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2017 Nissan Juke engine problems

severe Owners of the 2017 Nissan Juke have filed 5 NHTSA complaints about the engine 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 →

Complaints
5
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$3,100
engine complaints on the Nissan Juke, by model year
Model yearengine complaints
2013 Juke 28
2014 Juke 8
2015 Juke 7
2016 Juke 3
2017 Juke (this page) 5
2fires

When does it fail?

Of the 5 engine complaints filed for the 2017 Nissan Juke, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 0-25,000 mi.

0-25k
2 (50%)
25-50k
0 (0%)
50-75k
0 (0%)
75-100k
2 (50%)
100-125k
0 (0%)
125-150k
0 (0%)
150k+
0 (0%)

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.

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.

Service Bulletin NTB22-026 Apr 2022

SERVICE INFORMATION FOR FUEL GAUGE INACCURATE WITH DTCS STORED IN ECM SERVICE INFORMATION If a fuel level sensor has been diagnosed as sending an incorrect level signal, and one or more of the following DTCs are stored in the ECM, do not replace the entire “Fuel Level Sensor Unit, Fuel Filter and Fuel Pump Assembly” (fuel pump assembly). The fuel level sensor can be replaced separately.  P0460 (FUEL LEV SEN SLOSH)  P0461 (FUEL LEVEL SENSOR)  P0462 (FUEL LEVL SEN/CIRC)  P0463 (FUEL LEVL SEN/CIRC) NOTE: Warranty claims referring to fuel level issues that result in the replacement of the entire fuel pump assembly will be charged back.

full bulletin at NHTSA ↗
Service Bulletin NTB13-027C Feb 2022

CAN COMMUNICATION – NETWORK DIAGNOSTIC FLOW CHART This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.

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Service Bulletin NTB13-097J Feb 2022

EVAP LEAK DTC P0442, P0455, P0456 INFORMATION This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.

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Service Bulletin NTB17-082E Feb 2022

DTC P0456 CAUSED BY EVAP LEAK AT VENT CONTROL VALVE O-RING This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.

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Service Bulletin NTB19-045b Jan 2020

MIL ON WITH DTC P0087, P0101, P0448, OR P2008, VEHICLES REGISTERED OUTSIDE OF CALIFORNIA This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.

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Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.

What owners are reporting 5 most recent

engine · filed 09/11/2025

Problems with CVT Transmission causes stalling and or shuddering. The RPM goes up and down when idle.

engine · 6,000 mi · filed 08/29/2018

While waiting for a light to change I noticed a puff of smoke coming from under the hood of my car on the passenger side. It quickly turned into billows of smoke. My sister and I quickly got my grandchildren out of the car and over to a safe area. The smoke became dark brown and then black and burst into flames. Luckily the fire department was very prompt. However, the vehicle filled with smoke…

engine · 94,000 mi · filed 06/12/2019

Tl* the contact owns a 2017 Nissan juke. While driving 45-50 MPH, the vehicle decelerated and lost power in the middle of the road without warning. The engine would not restart and the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. The mechanic did not assist. The vehicle was driven to crowney Nissan (1451 farmington ave, bristol, ct 06010, (860) 540-0555) where it was determined that the VIN was…

engine · 4,000 mi · filed 04/20/2018

Tl* the contact owned a 2017 Nissan juke. While driving approximately 30 MPH, a burning odor was present inside the vehicle. The contact noticed smoke under the hood and pulled into a fuel station. When the contact opened the hood of the vehicle, black smoke poured out of the engine. Within minutes, the vehicle burst into flames. The fire department extinguished the fire. A police report was…

engine · 83,497 mi · filed 02/19/2026

The contact owns a 2017 Nissan Juke. The contact stated that while at a red light, the vehicle slowly accelerated to 60 MPH. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed back to the residence. An independent mechanic arrived at the residence to diagnose the vehicle. The contact was not notified of the cause of the failure. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure…

Had engine trouble with your 2017 Nissan Juke? File a complaint with NHTSA → It's free, official, and how every report above got here — owner filings are the federal safety record this page is built on.

Common questions

How serious is the engine problem on the 2017 Nissan Juke?

It's a meaningful issue. 5 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $3,100.

At what mileage does the engine typically fail?

Based on the 5 complaints filed, engine issues most often appear around 46,874 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.

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/2017/Nissan/Juke. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area. Some links on this page are affiliate links.
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