2013 Nissan Juke Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2013 Nissan Juke.

20122014
Complaints
132
Crashes
5
Fires
6
Injuries
5
Fatalities
Recalls
2

Worst 2013 Nissan Juke Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#139 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:70,604 mi
Fires:1
#216 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

Avg mileage:77,945 mi
#312 complaints

Fuel System

Avg mileage:61,496 mi
Fires:1
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2013 Nissan Juke.

Engine Problems
39
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
70,604
Transmission / Drivetrain
16
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
77,945
Fuel System
12
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
61,496
Electrical Faults
9
complaints
Crashes
Fires
2
Avg Miles
42,813
Unintended Acceleration
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
63,571
Suspension Failures
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
49,334
Steering Defects
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Sunroof/Moonroof
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Gasoline Fuel System
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Instrument Panel:Speedometer/Odometer
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electronic Stability Control
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Structural Problems
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Instrument Cluster
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Propulsion System:Traction Battery:Thermal Management:Sensor/Thermostat
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Pressure Sensor
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheels:Rim
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2013 Nissan Juke

2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~148,187 vehicles.

15V418000Electrical System:ignition:switch
~14,595 affected

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2014 Versa Sedan vehicles manufactured July 16, 2013, to January 29, 2014, 2013-2014 Cube vehicles manufactured July 3, 2013, to October 21, 2013, and 2013-2014 Juke vehicles manufactured July 3, 2013, to October 22, 2013. When exposed to hot temperatures, the affected vehicles have an engine start/stop button that may stick inside the button housing.

14V683000Gasoline Fuel System
~133,592 affected

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Nissan Juke, 2012-2013 Infiniti M56, QX56, and 2014-2015 Infiniti Q70 (V8 engine vehicles only), and QX80 vehicles. The fuel pressure sensors may not have been sufficiently tightened during production. As a result, the fuel pressure sensor may loosen with vehicle usage and cause a fuel leak.

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2013 Nissan Juke — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2013 Nissan Juke reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2013 Nissan Juke has 132 NHTSA complaints, 5 crash-related, and 2 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Engine Problems with 39 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2013 Nissan Juke?
Top reported problems: Engine Problems (39 complaints, avg 70,604 mi); Transmission / Drivetrain (16 complaints, avg 77,945 mi); Fuel System (12 complaints, avg 61,496 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2013 Nissan Juke?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 66,087 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2013 Nissan Juke?
NHTSA complaints for the 2013 Nissan Juke include 5 crash-related reports, 6 fire reports, 5 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2013 Nissan Juke have any recalls?
Yes — 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 148,187 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2013 Nissan Juke?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Nissan Juke reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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