2012 Nissan Juke: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2012 Nissan Juke: 4 recalls, 87 owner complaints and up to 29 mpg combined.
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Recalls
4 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Fuel system Vehicle recall #12V069000 · 2012 · 79,275 vehicles
What's wrong: The fuel pressure sensors May not have been tightened to the correct specification. As a result, the fuel pressure sensor May loosen due to heat and vibration causing fuel to leak.
Why it matters: Fuel May leak from the pressure sensor, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pressure sensors, as necessary, free of charge. The safety recall began on April 2, 2012.
Seats Vehicle recall #12V328000 · 2012 · 11,076 vehicles
What's wrong: Due to an incomplete weld penetration, the rear seat back striker May partially separate in a crash.
Why it matters: In the event of a crash, the rear seat back May not be secured, increasing the risk of injury to the rear seat occupants.
The fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected seat back strikers, free of charge. The safety recall began on July 20, 2012.
Fuel system Vehicle recall #14V683000 · 2014 · 133,592 vehicles
What's wrong: Nissan north america, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Nissan juke, 2012-2013 Infiniti m56, qx56, and 2014-2015 Infiniti q70 (v8 engine vehicles only), and qx80 vehicles. The fuel pressure sensors May not have been sufficiently tightened during production. As a result, the fuel pressure sensor May loosen with vehicle usage and cause a fuel leak.
Why it matters: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source could cause a vehicle fire.
The fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will re-torque the fuel pressure sensors free of charge. The recall began on January 25, 2015.
Fuel system Vehicle recall #18V156000 · 2018 · 49,385 vehicles
What's wrong: Nissan north america, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2011-2012 Nissan juke vehicles previously remedied under recall 12v-069. During that recall remedy, the fuel pressure sensor May not have been properly tightened, potentially causing the sensor to loosen and leak fuel.
Why it matters: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the fuel pressure sensor to the proper torque, free of charge. The recall began on April 24, 2018.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 5 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Engine (29): the most common themes are noise or vibration (8), warning light on (6), stalls / loses power (5).
- Fuel & propulsion (15): the most common themes are leaks (5), warning light on (3).
- Electrical (14): the most common themes are electrical failure (10), stalls / loses power (3), won't start (3).
- Transmission & drivetrain (12): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (3), hard / delayed shifting (2), warning light on (2).
The 2012 Nissan Juke has 87 owner complaints, ranking #3 of 7 Juke model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 68). Complaints peaked in 2018 (15 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 6 years old, at a median of 59,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2011 (153 complaints, 3 recalls), 2013 (103 complaints, 2 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AV-S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 27 | 32 | 29 | Premium |
| 1.6 L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 25 | 30 | 27 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2012 Nissan Juke have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 vehicle recalls for the 2012 Nissan Juke. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2012 Nissan Juke problems?
Owners have filed 87 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are engine (29), fuel & propulsion (15), electrical (14).
What gas mileage does the 2012 Nissan Juke get?
EPA ratings run up to 29 mpg combined (1.6 L, Automatic (AV-S6)), across 2 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2012 Nissan Juke repair manual?
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