Is the 2012 Nissan Juke reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2012 Nissan Juke?

The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2012 Nissan Juke have?

4 recalls on file for this model year.

2012 Nissan Juke

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2012 Nissan Juke
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Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 87
Recalls: 4
Investigations: 0
Top problem: Engine

Complaints per year

2012: 87 complaints

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Year	Complaints
2011	153
2012	87
2013	103
2014	59
2015	34
2016	28
2017	14

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Engine

33% · 29 reports

INJURY

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When traveling in the Juke especially with the window down a bit there is a constant wave of heat coming up from the floor area behind the center console. The heat is enough to make your legs sweat.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-08-13

Fuel/propulsion system

17% · 15 reports

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Small drops of fuel under the vehicle were spotted and when the ac/heat is turned on there is a strong smell of fuel that enters the cabin. This happens at initial start up after sitting for several hours.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-02-05

I had a gas/exhaust smell coming into my cabin of vehicle and from my the outside of my vehicle. I took to my mechanic, where he confirmed that there was a gas leak and that Nissan had recalls on my type of vehicle for this reason.

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-12-08

Electrical system

16% · 14 reports

Power train

14% · 12 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission.

Vehicle speed control

7% · 6 reports

Safety timeline

4 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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2012-04-02Fuel system, gasoline12V069000 Nissan is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Juke, Infiniti qx and Infiniti m vehicles. The fuel pressure sensors may not have been tightened to the correct specification. As a result, the…

Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pressure sensors, as necessary, free of charge. The safety recall began on April 2, 2012. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at…

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2012-07-20Seats12V328000 Nissan is recalling certain model year 2012 Juke vehicles manufactured from February 3, 2012, through May 26, 2012. Due to an incomplete weld penetration, the rear seat back striker may partially…

Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected seat back strikers, free of charge. The safety recall began on July 20, 2012. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at…

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2015-01-25Fuel system, gasoline14V683000 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.

Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will re-torque the fuel pressure sensors free of charge. The recall began on January 25, 2015. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.

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2018-04-24Fuel system, gasoline18V156000 Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2011-2012 Nissan Juke vehicles previously remedied under recall 12V-069.

Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the fuel pressure sensor to the proper torque, free of charge. The recall began on April 24, 2018. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669.

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Buy-smart checklist

2012 Nissan Juke — pre-purchase inspection

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Engine: 29 reports on file for this year.
Fuel/propulsion system: 15 reports on file for this year.
Electrical system: 14 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 12V069000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Recall 12V328000 · Seats
Recall 14V683000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Recall 18V156000 · Fuel system, gasoline

FAQ

Is the 2012 Nissan Juke reliable?: There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Nissan Juke?: The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2012 Nissan Juke have?: 4 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.