2016 Nissan Juke Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
BestComplaint Index
17/100
#6 most-complained of 7 Juke years
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
The 2016 Nissan Juke ranks 6th out of 7 model years tracked, with a complaint index of 17 and a verdict of Best relative to other Juke years. NHTSA lists 28 complaints, 1 recall, 3 crashes, and 1 fire for this year.
- Complaints
- 28
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes / fires
- 3 / 1
- Injuries / deaths
- 0 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- 4 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 28
- 26 city / 31 hwy
Top 2016 Nissan Juke problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Engine9 (32%)
- Transmission & Powertrain9 (32%)
- Electrical System6 (21%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires6 (21%)
- Other5 (18%)
- Steering4 (14%)
- Airbags3 (11%)
- Brakes2 (7%)
- Fuel System1 (4%)
- Structure & Body1 (4%)
What owners report
- Airbags failed to deploy during a highway chain collision despite substantial front-end damage.
- Front tires lost traction on a wet turn at low speed, causing a curb strike and full passenger-side airbag deployment.
- The engine compartment caught fire minutes after the vehicle was parked, with no prior warning lights.
- Brakes reportedly failed on the highway, leading to a loss of control and a totaled vehicle.
- Turning the steering wheel produced a grinding and clicking noise, also present when backing up in reverse.
- Summer tires fitted as standard equipment were reported to cause hydroplaning and loss of control on cold, wet, or snowy roads.
2016 Nissan Juke recalls
1 NHTSA recall campaign list this model year.
- NHTSA 18V086000Jan 31, 2018Brakes415 vehicles
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:master cylinder
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Nissan Juke Nismo RS vehicles. Due to a problem within the brake master cylinder, brake fluid may leak into the brake booster, reducing brake performance.
Risk: If brake fluid leaks into the brake booster it can lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake master cylinder, free of charge. The recall began March 19, 2018. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
2016 Nissan Juke fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 26 MPG
- Highway
- 31 MPG
- Combined
- 28 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $2,850
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Premium
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2016 compared with other Juke years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2016 Nissan Juke reliable?
- Among the 7 Juke model years tracked, 2016 ranks 6th worst with a complaint index of 17 and a Best verdict relative to other years. It has 28 complaints and 1 recall in NHTSA data.
- What problems does the 2016 Nissan Juke have?
- NHTSA complaints are led by Engine issues (9 complaints, 32% share) and Transmission & Powertrain issues (also 9 complaints, 32% share), followed by Electrical System and Suspension, Wheels & Tires (6 complaints each, 21% share).
- Does the 2016 Nissan Juke have any recalls?
- Yes, one recall (campaign 18V086000) covers a brake master cylinder issue where brake fluid can leak into the brake booster and reduce braking performance, affecting 2015-2017 Juke Nismo RS models.
- How does the 2016 Juke compare to other model years?
- The 2016 Juke's complaint index of 17 is well below the worst year, 2011, which has an index of 100 and an Avoid verdict. Only 2017, with an index of 0, ranks better among tracked years.
- What is the fuel economy of the 2016 Nissan Juke?
- EPA rates the 2016 Juke at 28 mpg combined (26 city / 31 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,850.