How common are electrical problems in the 2013 Nissan Juke?

NHTSA has logged 15 electrical system complaints for the 2013 Juke, which is 15% of all complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for electrical issues on the 2013 Nissan Juke?

NHTSA recall 15V418000 covers the start/stop switch housing, but it was issued for the 2014 Versa Sedan and 2013-2014 Cube, not specifically the 2013 Juke.

At what mileage do electrical failures usually occur on the 2013 Juke?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this issue is 40,100 miles.

Have electrical problems on the 2013 Juke caused fires or crashes?

NHTSA data shows 2 fires and 0 crashes or injuries linked to electrical system complaints on the 2013 Juke.

2013 Nissan Juke Electrical System Problems

NHTSA lists 15 electrical system complaints for the 2013 Nissan Juke, 15% of its 103 total complaints that year. Two fires and no crashes or injuries were reported, with a median failure mileage of 40,100. A related recall (15V418000) covers the start/stop switch housing, though it targets other model years.

Electrical System complaints: 15; 15% of 103
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 2
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 40,100 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Vehicles fail to start or won't restart after being parked, sometimes requiring new batteries, starters, or alternators before a fuse box short is found.
Some owners report the car losing power or stalling while driving at low speed, with the vehicle restarting after one or more attempts.
Smoke or a burning smell has been traced to the electronic body control module near the dashboard during routine service.
Several owners describe odometer discrepancies discovered after purchase, unrelated to a wiring failure but logged under the electrical system category.
In cold weather, some owners report a no-start condition after the vehicle sat for hours, with intermittent starting problems recurring after part replacements.
One report describes an engine compartment fire while the vehicle was parked and not in use.

When 2013 Nissan Juke electrical complaints were filed

First complaint May 22, 2014, latest May 27, 2026.

15 complaints filed with NHTSA from May 2014 to May 2026; peak Jan 2015 (2).

Electrical System recalls for the 2013 Nissan Juke

NHTSA 15V418000Jul 1, 2015Electrical System14,595 vehicles
Electrical system:ignition:switch
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.
Risk: If the engine start/stop button gets stuck in the housing, road vibrations may cause the engine to shut off unexpectedly while the vehicle is being driven, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will modify the start/stop switch housing, free of charge. The recall began on August 4, 2015. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.

Electrical System complaints by Juke model year

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

201115 (10%)
201214 (16%)
201315 (15%)
201416 (27%)
20154 (12%)
20166 (21%)
20174 (29%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are electrical problems in the 2013 Nissan Juke?: NHTSA has logged 15 electrical system complaints for the 2013 Juke, which is 15% of all complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for electrical issues on the 2013 Nissan Juke?: NHTSA recall 15V418000 covers the start/stop switch housing, but it was issued for the 2014 Versa Sedan and 2013-2014 Cube, not specifically the 2013 Juke.
At what mileage do electrical failures usually occur on the 2013 Juke?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this issue is 40,100 miles.
Have electrical problems on the 2013 Juke caused fires or crashes?: NHTSA data shows 2 fires and 0 crashes or injuries linked to electrical system complaints on the 2013 Juke.