How common are engine problems in the 2011 Nissan Juke?

NHTSA lists 73 engine-related complaints out of 153 total complaints for the 2011 Juke, or 48% of all complaints for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2011 Nissan Juke engine?

Yes. Recall 11V583000 covers 2011 Juke vehicles built from April 9, 2010 through May 12, 2011, addressing a turbocharger boost sensor bracket that may separate from the air inlet tube due to a defective weld. Dealers check the lot number on the air inlet tube and replace it free of charge if needed.

At what mileage do 2011 Juke engine problems usually appear?

NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 70,000 miles at the time of the reported engine failure.

Did the 2011 Juke engine issue cause any crashes or fires?

NHTSA records show 0 crashes and 1 fire among the engine complaints for the 2011 Juke, with 0 injuries reported.

How does the 2011 Juke compare to other model years for engine complaints?

The 2011 Juke's 48% engine-complaint share is higher than 2012 (38%), 2013 (42%), 2014 (32%), 2015 (44%), and 2016 (32%), and close to 2017 (50%).

2011 Nissan Juke Engine Problems

Engine problems account for 73 of 153 complaints (48%) on the 2011 Nissan Juke, the highest share of any Juke model year. The median mileage at failure is 70,000 miles, and NHTSA has a related recall (11V583000) for a turbocharger boost sensor bracket weld defect.

Engine complaints: 73; 48% of 153
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 70,000 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical engine symptoms owners report

Vehicle loses power or stalls without warning at highway speeds, sometimes with a burning smell coming through the vents.
Turbocharger failure causes loss of power, rattling noises, and limp-mode behavior, with some owners told the weld on the air inlet tube had detached.
Timing chain stretches or breaks, damaging engine valves and in some cases requiring a full engine replacement.
Owners report their VIN fell outside the recall date range (April 9, 2010 through May 12, 2011) even though they experienced the same turbo bracket or timing chain failure.
Mass air flow sensor or air flow meter detaches from the tube assembly inlet, causing stalling at low speeds.
Accelerator pedal fails to respond and vehicle decelerates unexpectedly, in one case traced to a faulty fuel pump sensor.

When 2011 Nissan Juke engine complaints were filed

First complaint Jun 3, 2011, latest Mar 23, 2026.

73 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2011 Q2 to 2026 Q1; peak 2014 Q2 (7).

Engine recalls for the 2011 Nissan Juke

NHTSA 11V583000Dec 8, 2011Engine28,294 vehicles
Engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo/supercharger
Nissan is recalling certain model year 2011 nissan juke vehicles manufactured from april 9, 2010, through may 12, 2011. The turbocharger boost sensor bracket may separate from the air inlet tube due to a defective weld.
Risk: If the bracket comes off, the vehicle could stall while the engine is idling without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will check the lot number on the air inlet tube and replace it if necessary, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about january 9, 2012. Owners may contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

Engine complaints by Juke model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201173 (48%)
201233 (38%)
201343 (42%)
201419 (32%)
201515 (44%)
20169 (32%)
20177 (50%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are engine problems in the 2011 Nissan Juke?: NHTSA lists 73 engine-related complaints out of 153 total complaints for the 2011 Juke, or 48% of all complaints for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2011 Nissan Juke engine?: Yes. Recall 11V583000 covers 2011 Juke vehicles built from April 9, 2010 through May 12, 2011, addressing a turbocharger boost sensor bracket that may separate from the air inlet tube due to a defective weld. Dealers check the lot number on the air inlet tube and replace it free of charge if needed.
At what mileage do 2011 Juke engine problems usually appear?: NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 70,000 miles at the time of the reported engine failure.
Did the 2011 Juke engine issue cause any crashes or fires?: NHTSA records show 0 crashes and 1 fire among the engine complaints for the 2011 Juke, with 0 injuries reported.
How does the 2011 Juke compare to other model years for engine complaints?: The 2011 Juke's 48% engine-complaint share is higher than 2012 (38%), 2013 (42%), 2014 (32%), 2015 (44%), and 2016 (32%), and close to 2017 (50%).