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2014 Nissan Juke Engine Problems

Engine problems account for 19 of 59 total complaints (32%) filed for the 2014 Nissan Juke, with a median failure mileage of 79,000 miles. NHTSA lists no related recalls for this engine issue.

Engine complaints
19
32% of 59
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
1
Injuries reported
0
Median mileage
79,000 mi
Related recalls
0

Typical engine symptoms owners report

  • Timing chain failure causes a rattling noise, then engine shutdown, oil leaks, and metal debris found in the oil.
  • Engine stalls unexpectedly while driving at various speeds, sometimes preceded by an abnormal noise from the engine compartment and an illuminated check engine light.
  • Owners report a high-pitched noise and acrid smell when climbing steep grades, followed by the vehicle slowing to a stop with no warning lights or high temperature readings.
  • A leaking fuel pressure sensor produces a strong fuel odor at startup, which some owners link to an unrelated recall campaign that does not cover their VIN.
  • Turbo failure occurs suddenly with no warning, described as coming apart while driving.

When 2014 Nissan Juke engine complaints were filed

First complaint Apr 25, 2017, latest Aug 3, 2026.

2014 Nissan Juke engine complaints: complaints filed per month2Apr 2017Jun 2017Oct 2018Oct 2019Jul 2020Aug 2021Feb 2023Aug 2026
19 complaints filed with NHTSA from Apr 2017 to Aug 2026; peak May 2017 (2).

Engine recalls for the 2014 Nissan Juke

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Engine complaints by Juke model year

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

  1. 201173 (48%)
  2. 201233 (38%)
  3. 201343 (42%)
  4. 201419 (32%)
  5. 201515 (44%)
  6. 20169 (32%)
  7. 20177 (50%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are engine problems on the 2014 Nissan Juke?
NHTSA lists 19 engine-related complaints for the 2014 Juke, making up 32% of the 59 total complaints filed for that model year.
At what mileage do 2014 Juke engine problems typically show up?
The median mileage at failure for engine complaints on the 2014 Juke is 79,000 miles.
Is there a recall for the 2014 Nissan Juke engine issues?
No. NHTSA lists no related recalls tied to the engine complaints reported for the 2014 Juke, based on the data available.
What specific engine failures do owners describe?
Owners describe timing chain failures, sudden stalling with abnormal noises, a fuel odor from a leaking sensor, and turbo failure occurring without warning.
Did any 2014 Juke engine complaints involve fire or crashes?
NHTSA data shows 1 fire report among the 19 engine complaints for the 2014 Juke and no crashes or injuries.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.