2017 Nissan Juke Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
BestComplaint Index
0/100
#7 most-complained of 7 Juke years
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
The 2017 Nissan Juke ranks Best among the 7 model years tracked, with a complaint index of 0 and just 14 NHTSA complaints. Engine issues, including two under-hood fires, are the top problem area, and one brake recall applies to Juke Nismo RS models.
- Complaints
- 14
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes / fires
- 3 / 2
- Injuries / deaths
- 0 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 28
- 26 city / 31 hwy
Top 2017 Nissan Juke problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Engine7 (50%)
- Electrical System4 (29%)
- Brakes2 (14%)
- Other2 (14%)
- Airbags1 (7%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras1 (7%)
- Seat Belts1 (7%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires1 (7%)
- Transmission & Powertrain1 (7%)
What owners report
- Owners report under-hood smoke that turns into black smoke and then flames while driving at low speed, sometimes near a fuel station.
- Some describe the engine losing power suddenly at highway speed and refusing to restart, requiring a tow.
- Several note the engine revs high after starting, triggering the service engine and traction control lights, especially after the car sits for hours.
- One owner reported the CVT transmission causing stalling or shuddering with the RPM fluctuating at idle.
- Front tires wore out and needed replacement at 16,000 miles while the rear tires stayed like new, on an AWD Juke.
- A few mention the vehicle failing to register park position, requiring the wiring near the brake sensor to be jiggled before the car would start.
2017 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.
2017 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.
2017 compared with other Juke years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2017 Nissan Juke reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaints and recalls, the 2017 Juke is the Best-ranked year among the 7 model years tracked, with a complaint index of 0 and only 14 complaints.
- What are the main problems with the 2017 Nissan Juke?
- Engine problems make up 50% of complaints, including two fires, followed by electrical system issues at 29% and brakes at 14%.
- Does the 2017 Nissan Juke have any recalls?
- Yes, one recall (18V086000) covers 2015-2017 Juke Nismo RS models for a brake master cylinder that can leak fluid into the brake booster, reducing brake performance.
- How does the 2017 Juke compare to other Juke model years?
- The 2017 Juke ranks best of the 7 years tracked, well ahead of 2011 (complaint index 100, Avoid) and 2013 (complaint index 83, Avoid).
- What is the fuel economy of the 2017 Nissan Juke?
- The 2017 Juke gets 28 mpg combined (26 city / 31 highway) and costs about $2,850 a year in fuel, per EPA data.