2013 Nissan Juke: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2013 Nissan Juke: 2 recalls, 103 owner complaints and up to 29 mpg combined.
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Recalls
2 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 #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.
Electrical Vehicle recall #15V418000 · 2015 · 14,595 vehicles
What's wrong: 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…
Why it matters: 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.
The fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will modify the start/stop switch housing, free of charge. The recall began on August 4, 2015.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 5 mention a fire, 4 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Engine (40): the most common themes are warning light on (11), stalls / loses power (9), noise or vibration (5).
- Transmission & drivetrain (16): the most common themes are warning light on (6), stalls / loses power (4), noise or vibration (3).
- Electrical (14): the most common themes are electrical failure (6), fire / smoke (2), stalls / loses power (2).
- Fuel & propulsion (13): the most common themes are leaks (2), warning light on (2).
The 2013 Nissan Juke has 103 owner complaints, ranking #2 of 7 Juke model years for complaints (1.5× the average Juke year). Complaints peaked in 2019 (17 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 6 years old, at a median of 69,539 miles. Neighboring years: 2012 (87 complaints, 4 recalls), 2014 (59 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 | 31 | 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 2013 Nissan Juke have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 vehicle recalls for the 2013 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 2013 Nissan Juke problems?
Owners have filed 103 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are engine (40), transmission & drivetrain (16), electrical (14).
What gas mileage does the 2013 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 2013 Nissan Juke repair manual?
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