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full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2013 Nissan Juke engine problems
moderate Owners of the 2013 Nissan Juke have filed 28 NHTSA complaints about the engine, typically surfacing around 80,965 miles at roughly $3,100 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See engine across all vehicles →
Failure mileage
Complaints
28
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$3,100
| Model year | engine complaints |
|---|---|
| 2011 Juke | 49 |
| 2012 Juke | 23 |
| 2013 Juke (this page) | 28 |
| 2014 Juke | 8 |
| 2015 Juke | 7 |
| 2016 Juke | 3 |
| 2017 Juke | 5 |
When does it fail?
Of the 28 engine complaints filed for the 2013 Nissan Juke, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 25,000-50,000 mi.
0-25k
25-50k
50-75k
75-100k
100-125k
125-150k
150k+
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
What stands out
Owners have filed 28 engine complaints with NHTSA against this vehicle, but no formal recall covers the issue — the federal record reflects what manufacturers have admitted, not everything owners are reporting.
Among the 7 model years of Nissan Juke in our records for engine problems, this one ranks #2 by owner-complaint volume.
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering engine on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
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The failure pattern owners describe
The 2013 Nissan Juke engine failures break into two main patterns. The first is turbocharger failure—the turbo seizes or falls apart without warning, especially at highway speeds. Owners describe sudden deceleration from 70 mph down to 25-30 mph, sometimes accompanied by a high-pitched whistle, clunking, or dry grinding noise. The turbo can shed debris into the engine, damaging cylinders. Some owners were told by dealers the part number was rescinded and replaced with a newer model due to manufacturing issues.
The second pattern is timing chain failure. Chains stretch, break, or separate from the engine as early as 10,500 miles, though most occur between 45,000 and 100,000 miles. A hole can develop in the timing cover, causing oil to leak onto hot engine parts and sludge to accumulate. Owners report ticking sounds, engine seizure, bent valves, and in one case, the timing chain required replacement twice despite factory recall service.
A third group reports random power loss at highway speeds with delayed throttle response and multiple recurrences per trip. Two different dealers couldn't replicate the fault or pull codes. One owner experienced MAF sensor replacement three times without permanent resolution.
Nissan issued Service Bulletin NTB16-035A and Recall 14V683000, but owners report the manufacturer often denies coverage, claims the vehicle was out of warranty, or states they could not reproduce the problem during a dealer test drive.
Same Nissan Juke engine reports on nearby years: 2011 · 2012
Failure modes owners describe
Turbocharger failure with sudden loss of power
Turbocharger fails or seizes suddenly during highway driving, causing dramatic loss of engine power and inability to accelerate. Debris from turbo failure can enter engine and damage cylinders or other components. Failures occur with little to no warning.
When: Various mileages ranging from approximately 46,000 to 81,000 miles; failures often occur during highway driving at speeds of 55-75 mph
Symptoms owners cite: Sudden deceleration from highway speed (70 mph down to 25-30 mph) with no warning light or with service engine light; Loss of acceleration power when depressing accelerator pedal; High-pitched or whistling sound from under hood; Clunking sound from engine compartment; Dry gear noise; Black smoke from exhaust; Vehicle cannot accelerate above 40 mph; Cannot climb hills
Codes mentioned: P0300, Turbo boost fault recorded in ECU
Repairs/costs cited: Turbocharger replacement required; dealer noted turbo came apart with no signs of improper maintenance. Owners cite replacement costs as unaffordable. Part number rescinded and replaced with newer model. Some repairs followed by recurrence of failure.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Service Bulletin NTB16-035A addresses turbocharger service with oil line replacement; Recall campaign 14V683000 completed on some vehicles; some dealers declined warranty coverage claiming out-of-warranty status or stating failure was customer fault; one dealer stated factory replacement turbo was defective; Nissan declined claims or stated no problem found during test drive
Timing chain failure with engine damage
Timing chain stretches, breaks, or separates from engine, causing catastrophic engine damage including bent valves and hole in timing chain cover. Oil leaks result from cover failure. Engine seizure and loss of ability to start can occur.
When: Mileages ranging from approximately 10,500 miles to 134,000 miles; at least one failure occurred at 64,000 miles on relatively new vehicle
Symptoms owners cite: Ticking or abnormal noise from engine compartment; Engine stalling at low speeds or while stopped; Engine seizure while driving; Check engine light illumination; Engine misfire; Massive oil leak; Sludge on motor; Smoke from hood
Codes mentioned: P0300, P0114
Repairs/costs cited: Timing chain cover found with hole; parts located inside oil pan; timing belt separation from engine; bent valves; some repairs required full engine replacement costing $5,000-$14,000 for used engine or up to $14,000 for new engine. One vehicle required timing chain replacement twice within recall service window; failure recurred after first repair.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer Communication NTB14-030 issued in 2014 for timing chain replacement recall; one vehicle received recall service and timing chain replaced, but failure recurred at 125,000 miles; manufacturer extended warranty covered one previous timing chain failure but no additional assistance offered on subsequent failures; VIN not included in recall on other vehicles despite complaints
Intermittent loss of power while driving
Vehicle randomly loses all or most power while at highway speeds with no warning lights, requiring driver to pull to safety. Power returns after several minutes but failure recurs multiple times during same trip.
When: Occurs during highway driving at speeds of 65-80 mph; happens multiple times during 100-mile trips
Symptoms owners cite: Random loss of power at higher speeds (65-75 mph or 80 mph); No response when depressing accelerator pedal; Vehicle slows to complete standstill; Multiple occurrences during single trip; Delayed response of gas pedal after waiting several minutes
Repairs/costs cited: No repairs documented; dealers unable to replicate issue during test drive and reported no computer diagnostic codes showing problem; owners unable to get repair
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Two different Nissan dealerships declined to service vehicle, stating issue did not occur during test drive and did not show up on computer diagnostics
Mass Airflow (MAF) Sensor failure (possibly related to turbo or fuel system)
MAF sensor failure causes loss of acceleration and service engine warning light. Sensor replacement provides temporary fix but failure recurs multiple times, suggesting either recurring sensor defect or underlying engine problem causing sensor failure.
When: Approximately 46,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Vehicle failed to accelerate when depressing accelerator pedal at 55 mph; Service engine warning light illuminated
Repairs/costs cited: Independent mechanic replaced MAF sensor but failure recurred immediately; sensor replaced second time but failure recurred third time; vehicle declined diagnostic at dealer due to cost of diagnostic test
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer was not informed of failure
Engine stalling without restart capability
Engine stalls suddenly while driving with no warning. Vehicle unable to restart after stalling and must be towed. Failure cause initially undetermined.
When: Approximately 28,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Engine stalled without warning while driving at approximately 55 mph; Vehicle not able to restart; Failure recurred twice
Repairs/costs cited: Vehicle towed to dealer; failure diagnosis undetermined
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer notified of failure but no resolution documented
Synthesized from 28 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
What owners are reporting 5 most recent
The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Juke. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the service engine warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle lost motive power, decelerated, and failed to properly accelerate while depressing the accelerator pedal. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the timing cover was faulty and needed to be replaced.…
The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Juke. The contact stated while operating the vehicle, there was a ticking sound coming from the engine compartment. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed that the timing chain cover had failed and parts from the cover were located inside the engine oil pan. The contact was advised that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet…
My wife was driving about 70 MPH, her juke started losing power & service engine light soon came on. She took it to dealership they told her it would be covered under warranty. They next day or so said they were not going to cover under her gold extended warranty. The tech that installed a new turbo from factory said it was defective. They are refusing to cover under the warranty
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Nissan juke. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 55 MPH, the engine stalled without warning. The vehicle was not able to restart. The failure recurred twice. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where the failure was undetermined. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 28,000.
Car has just 45,000 miles on engine. Purchased new from Pohanka Nissan in Salisbury MD 2013. Now has Turbo charger failure. Lost power suddenly on Highway traveling 60 mph. Taken to Nissan dealer who states that a nut backed off of the fan in the turbo charger causing damage not only to the turbo charger, but to two of the engine cylinders. Seems unreasonable that this could occur in the…
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Common questions
How serious is the engine problem on the 2013 Nissan Juke?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 28 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $3,100 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the engine typically fail?
Across the 25 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most engine failures cluster between 64,179 and 105,000 miles, with the median around 80,965. A quarter of owners report trouble before 64,179; a quarter make it past 105,000. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $3,100 for engine repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to engine?
No active recalls currently cover engine issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2013/Nissan/Juke.
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