2014 Nissan Juke Problems
Compared with other Nissan Juke years
Typical for this model
36/100 0.7× a typical year · 50 = typical
- Complaint rate is 0.7× that of a typical Nissan Juke year, weighted for crashes, fires, injuries, recalls and mileage, and allowing for the era and for how long each year has had to collect complaints.
- 7 of its 59 complaints were filed by the end of 2016.
- Most reported problem: Sudden loss of power or stalling while driving (20 complaints, median 65,000 mi).
- 2 recall campaigns on record. A VIN search at nhtsa.gov/recalls shows open recalls for a specific vehicle.
Nearby years with fewer complaints than typical and no open NHTSA investigation: 2015, 2016
Based only on NHTSA complaints, recalls and investigations. Not adjusted for how many vehicles were sold, and not a reliability rating. How this is calculated
- Complaints
- 59filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 60,000miles, 40 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 2campaigns on record
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
- NHTSA crash rating
- 4 / 5stars overall, 2 rated versions
- EPA fuel economy
- 29 mpgcombined, 1.6L 4-cyl FWD · 27 city / 31 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2014 Nissan Juke (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error
What owners report
Owners of the 2014 Juke most often describe sudden loss of power or stalling while driving, with the CVT transmission and engine as the parts cited. A second theme is a gasoline smell traced to the fuel pressure sensor, which some owners paid to replace themselves. Electrical complaints — intermittent starting, instrument cluster and screen glitches — appear across a wide mileage range, including very low miles.
- Transmission and drivetrain
Sudden loss of power or stalling while driving
- 20 complaints (34%)
- median 65,000 mi at 4.7 yrs old (17 state mileage)
- 1 mention a crash, fire or injury
- filed 2015–2025
Complaints describe the Juke slowing or cutting out without warning, sometimes with the engine revving high but no power to the wheels, and in some cases the vehicle restarting only after it cools. Several owners connect it to hot weather and long highway drives, and some write that the CVT went into a reduced-power mode. According to complaints, dealers variously reported no fault found, changed the oil, or later diagnosed transmission or valve body problems. Mostly reported between roughly 50,000 and 115,000 miles, with several accounts tied to hot weather or sustained highway driving.
What to check: Ask whether the CVT fluid has been serviced and whether any transmission repairs or replacement were done. A long test drive at highway speed in warm weather is worth doing.
2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records
“My JUKE has been dececlerating while in highway doing 75mph and has been jumping gears which all had been a problem since purchasing the car and was not found until today that the entire valve body control in the transmission which controls CVT needs to be replaced. This is a safety issue that should have been recalled as my car is 4 years old and should not have this problem with less then 130000 miles. …”
NHTSA complaint #11111046, filed 2018-07, 115,000 miles“I drive a lot. I noticed that when driving on hot days 80+ on long drives 1 hour+ on the interstate, my cars power and rpms basically shut down. This happened multiple times starting around 50k miles. The transmission overheated and put the car into a safety mode. The transmission overheated due to a manufacturing issue. That would be, Nissan failing to proper equip the coolant system on the transmission. …”
NHTSA complaint #11258577, filed 2019-09, 51,430 miles - Fuel system
Fuel smell from leaking fuel pressure sensor
- 7 complaints (12%)
- median 64,500 mi at 4.2 yrs old (6 state mileage, few)
- filed 2015–2019
Owners describe a strong gasoline smell inside the cabin or around the car, sometimes with fuel visible under the vehicle after starting. Complaints say the fuel pressure sensor was found leaking and needed replacement, and several note their vehicle was not covered by the existing recall. One owner reports the odor returning after a repair done under that campaign. Reported from as low as a few miles up to about 122,000 miles, with most accounts between roughly 60,000 and 95,000 miles.
Recall 14V6830003 related service bulletins
What to check: Check whether recall 14V683000 was performed for this VIN, and look and smell for fuel around the engine bay and under the car after starting.
2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records
“I have noticed a strong fuel odor when I first start the car for the past few weeks. Evidently it is a leaking fuel pressure sensor. It appears there is already a recall on this problem (under NHTSA campaign id:14v683000), but my specific VIN is not included. I have just over 60k miles.”
NHTSA complaint #11142181, filed 2018-10, 60,000 miles“The car has been leaking fuel and had a strong fuel odor for a couple of weeks. I git it towed to a Nissan dealer and they are telling me it needs a fuel pressure sensor and the fuel bolt won't tighten. They have already had a recall on this particular problem but they're saying my VIN number is not included in the recall and I don't think I should have to pay for it the car is only 4 years old and it only has 69000 miles on it.”
NHTSA complaint #11058091, filed 2018-01, 69,000 miles - Electrical system
Intermittent starting and electrical glitches
- 10 complaints (17%)
- median 30,000 mi at 4.5 yrs old (9 state mileage, few)
- filed 2015–2023
Complaints describe the push-button start requiring several presses, the car failing to restart, and interior lights, radio or navigation screen acting erratically or going blank. Owners write that dealership diagnostics often found no stored codes, and some were told the vehicle was operating as designed. A few mention the key fob not unlocking doors. Appears from under 10,000 miles through 115,000 miles, so both nearly new and high-mileage vehicles are represented.
Recall 15V4180004 related service bulletins
What to check: Confirm the ignition switch campaign 15V418000 was completed, and try several cold starts plus the key fob functions during a test drive.
2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records
“I brought my JUKE into Nissan for an oil change. After getting the vehicle back that night I began having issues starting the car. Initially I thought the key needed to be reprogrammed. I spent the money bought a second key and the there problem still exist. The start/stop engine button on the car only starts the car after multiple tries. There is obviously an issue with the start/stop button. This has been a continual problem and has left me stranded because the car will not start back up. …”
NHTSA complaint #11244538, filed 2019-08, 81,000 miles“Vehicle has just over 25000 miles. When turning at low speeds and a couple times while driving straight at low speeds there is a clunking/clicking noise. It seems to do it mostly while braking. I'm thinking either the tie rod ends or maybe cv axle. I don't think a vehicle with less than 75,000 miles should have failing suspension parts. The navigation system/radio screen has gone black a couple times with no communication from any buttons. I couldn't turn it on or off, or operate any radio stations. …”
NHTSA complaint #11204522, filed 2019-04, 25,000 miles - Air bags
Airbag not deploying or passenger airbag showing off
- 7 complaints (12%)
- median 19,500 mi at 3.2 yrs old (5 state mileage, few)
- 5 mention a crash, fire or injury
- filed 2015–2026
Complaints describe the passenger airbag indicator showing off with an adult seated in the seat, sometimes intermittently, and in other cases frontal airbags not deploying in a collision. Owners report that inspections by the manufacturer found the system operating normally, and one owner was told to have passengers sit in the rear. Reported from roughly 10,000 to 65,000 miles, and also in vehicles where mileage was not recorded.
What to check: Watch the passenger airbag indicator with someone seated normally, and ask for any occupant sensor diagnostics or repairs in the service history.
2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records
“Passenger airbag will turn off when car is in motion or stationary and has person of reasonable weight in it. I weigh 115 pounds and my husband weighs 200 pounds, the airbag light says it is off when either one of us are in the seat at random times. The dealership service department said I just did not weigh enough at 115 pounds for the sensor to work appropriately.”
NHTSA complaint #10863166, filed 2016-05, 10,000 miles“Car ran a stop sign and I broad sided her at 30 miles an hou in my 2014 Nissan JUKE. She was going 30miles an hour too too. The front airbag did not deploy. Nissan inspected the car and said that everything worked fine. I have a cracked sternum and two badly bruise knees. I want you to investigate this crash as my daughter is driving a 2012 Nissan JUKE and it may have the same faulty airbag,”
NHTSA complaint #11279884, filed 2019-11, 65,000 miles - Engine
Engine noise, timing chain and turbo concerns
- 7 complaints (12%)
- median 107,000 mi at 7.4 yrs old (4 state mileage, few)
- filed 2017–2025
Owners describe a rattle or abnormal noise from the engine bay followed by stalling, with one complaint stating the timing chain wore through the timing cover and led to an oil leak. Others report the turbocharger coming apart without warning and an expensive repair. Complaints also mention oil leaks at engine seals. Mostly reported above 65,000 miles, with several accounts between 83,000 and 115,000 miles.
What to check: Listen for a rattle on cold start, check for oil residue around the passenger side of the engine, and ask whether the timing chain or turbo have been serviced.
2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records
“Turbo has come apart, with no warning! Car was in excellent condition before this happened. This shouldn't have happened and a very expensive problem at that!. I'm taking a loan for the repair since I need my car. Every Nissan I've purchased before has been very dependable. I was told this a big problem with the JUKE and need to be recalled. Please consider the recall on the JUKE turbo, I love this car but can't afford anything else to happen. My car has been sitting in my driveway for 2 months, so I could come up with the money. …”
NHTSA complaint #11267081, filed 2019-10“While driving the stopped. It made a riddle noise when started. Oil leaks between the engine seal is leaking. 2014 Nissan JUKE with 83000 miles it's not fair to burn my money like that.”
NHTSA complaint #10990770, filed 2017-05, 83,000 miles
Buying note. A 2014 Juke with a documented CVT service history and the fuel pressure sensor recall completed is the safer starting point. Check for fuel odor, cold-start engine rattle and airbag indicator behavior before purchase, and ask for records of any transmission work.
Summary written with AI from a sample of 50 NHTSA complaints for this model year (picked at random, with complaints that state a mileage and recent ones taken first), then checked automatically against the source records. Where a problem shows a complaint count, every complaint for this model year was matched with fixed keyword rules (written with AI and tested against the sample), and the mileage, age and repair figures are calculated from those complaints; owners' figures are as stated, not verified. Other counts refer to the sample. The excerpts come from NHTSA's public complaint records and are unverified; capitalisation is normalised, NHTSA staff notes are removed, and shortened text ends with “…”. Something wrong? Request a correction.
NHTSA recorded 59 consumer complaints for the 2014 Nissan Juke. 40 of the complaints include a mileage, and 40% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 60,000 miles. Of all complaints, 7 involved a crash, 3 a fire, 5 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns and 94 technical service bulletins for this model year. Compared with the other 5 Nissan Juke model years that have at least 25 complaints and are old enough to compare, this one scores 36 out of 100, where 50 is a typical year for the model (typical for this model). The comparison allows for the era and for how long each year has had to collect complaints, but not for how many vehicles were sold.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Engine17 29%
- Electrical system15 25%
- Other or unknown11 19%
- Fuel system9 15%
- Air bags7 12%
- Exterior lighting5 8.5%
- Vehicle speed control3 5.1%
- Brakes2 3.4%
Also reported: Electronic stability control (2), Seat belts (1), Seats (1), Steering (1), Body and structure (1), Suspension (1).
Example complaints
Engine: “When I'm at a stoplight my car feels like it's going to stall out my rpms are bouncing between 500 and 800. I was at the carwash one day and as you know you have to put your car in neutral when the car wash is in process. When I went to go shift into drive putting my foot on the brake it felt like it was going to stall out. Also when it's just warming up in the garage my rpms bounce back and forth between 500 and 800 rpms. …”
NHTSA complaint #11078781, filed 2018-03, 30,000 milesElectrical system: “While driving my 2014 Nissan JUKE it went from 70 to 20 on the interstate and I was almost ran over by large trucks that were unable to stop. This has happened multiple times. While driving to work this time, it dropped in speed again and the rpms went over 6 but the car would not move. I push the gas to the floor and nothing happens. I am afraid to drive my car home from work due to impending death concerns.”
NHTSA complaint #10980349, filed 2017-04, 75,000 milesOther or unknown: “After only 5000 miles, my Nissan nismo JUKE's clutch and flywheel burned out. Cost me $2500 to get repaired. They said they could not find any defects, but I have heard several other owners complaining about the same thing. How does anyone burn through a clutch in 5000 miles. It's crazy. That's my complaint. I have documentation of work done on the car to fix problem if needed.”
NHTSA complaint #11060955, filed 2018-01, 5,000 milesTransmission and drivetrain: “I live in arizona; it is end of april and yesterday temperatures were 99-100 degrees. Coming back from phoenix on highway going 75mph, RPM was at 4000; engine revving high and would not come down- very loud and noisy. Upon going up hill, car started to automatically slow down on its own, first to 40 MPH, then to 25mph. At this point I pulled over to the shoulder as my car continued to slow to 20 MPH. All of this while my foot was pressed completely to the floor of the gas pedal! Absolutely no power! Sat on the side of the road for a few minutes but kept engine running. …”
NHTSA complaint #11203883, filed 2019-04, 91,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
40% of the 40 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 22,000 and 90,755 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: falling. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2014 Nissan Juke. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Side pole | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Juke · SUV AWD | ★★★★☆ | 4 / 3 | 5 | 5 | 4 · 15.1% risk |
| Juke · SUV FWD | ★★★★☆ | 4 / 3 | 5 | 5 | 4 · 15.9% risk |
Neighbouring years: 2013: same overall rating; 2015: same overall rating. A redesign between years can change both the car and the test.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2014 Nissan Juke version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Juke FWD | 1.6L 4-cyl | CVT | 27 | 31 | 29 | $2,850 |
| Juke FWD | 1.6L 4-cyl | 6-speed manual | 25 | 30 | 27 | $3,050 |
| Juke AWD | 1.6L 4-cyl | CVT | 25 | 29 | 27 | $3,050 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 15V418000Jul 1, 2015Electrical system › Ignition › SwitchCovers: Nissan Juke 2013–2014, Cube 2013–2014, Versa 2014
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…
- 14V683000Nov 28, 2014Fuel system, gasolineCovers: Nissan Juke 2012–2014, Infiniti QX56 2012–2013, QX70 2014–2015 +2 more
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…
Recall details for the 2014 Nissan Juke → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 94 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11031705Apr 13, 2026Body and structure. CERTIFICATION LABEL AND VIN PLATE REPLACEMENT SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision damage or other vehicle repair, a replacement “Certification Label” or “VIN Plate/Label” may be needed. HINT…
- 11031704Apr 13, 2026Body and structure. CERTIFICATION LABEL AND VIN PLATE REPLACEMENT SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision damage or other vehicle repair, a replacement “Certification Label” or “VIN Plate/Label” may be needed. HINT…
- 11009068Sep 19, 2024Air bags. DTC B00A0-00 STORED This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin. IF YOU CONFIRM DTC B00A0-00 (OCCUPANT DETECTION SENSOR…
- 11004962May 21, 2024Electrical system. VEHICLE KEY NOT DETECTED / AUTHENTICATED, ENGINE WILL NOT START This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 11004961May 21, 2024Electrical system. CAN COMMUNICATION – NETWORK DIAGNOSTIC FLOW CHART This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 11004960May 21, 2024Electrical system. CAN COMMUNICATION CODES – DIAGNOSTIC TIPS AND GUIDELINES This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 11001201Apr 30, 2024Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). WINDOW GLASS WARRANTY INFORMATION This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 11001194Apr 30, 2024Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). REMOVING FOREIGN MATERIAL FROM THE WINDOW GLASS This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 11001191Apr 30, 2024Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). WINDSHIELD CRACKING This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10243708Sep 21, 2023Steering. DIAGNOSIS OF VEHICLE PULL (DRIFT) AND/OR STEERING WHEEL OFF-CENTER This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
Other model years of the Nissan Juke
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 14 | 15,000 | 1 | — | 29 | — | Not enough data |
| 2016 | 28 | 48,574 | 1 | 4 | 29 | 26 · Fewer | Rising |
| 2015 | 34 | 27,000 | 1 | 4 | 29 | 27 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2014 | 59 | 60,000 | 2 | 4 | 29 | 36 · Typical | Falling |
| 2013 | 103 | 69,539 | 2 | 4 | 29 | 61 · Typical | Falling |
| 2012 | 87 | 59,000 | 4 | 4 | 29 | 67 · More | Stable |
| 2011 | 153 | 64,000 | 3 | — | 29 | 92 · More | Falling |
All Nissan Juke model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Nissan Juke?
Owners of the 2014 Juke most often describe sudden loss of power or stalling while driving, with the CVT transmission and engine as the parts cited. The issues reported most often: Sudden loss of power or stalling while driving; Fuel smell from leaking fuel pressure sensor; Intermittent starting and electrical glitches.
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2014 Nissan Juke have?
NHTSA recorded 59 consumer complaints for the 2014 Nissan Juke as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2014 Nissan Juke is reported most often?
Engine is named most often, in 17 complaints (29% of the total), followed by electrical system with 15.
Has the 2014 Nissan Juke been recalled?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How did the 2014 Nissan Juke do in NHTSA crash tests?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings give the 2014 Nissan Juke 4 out of 5 stars overall, across 2 rated versions (body style and drive). Ratings from different model years are only comparable when the vehicle was not redesigned in between.
What gas mileage does the 2014 Nissan Juke get?
The EPA rates the 2014 Nissan Juke (Juke, 1.6L 4-cyl) at 29 mpg combined, 27 city and 31 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,850 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2014 Nissan Juke reported?
Among the 40 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 60,000 miles and the middle half falls between 22,000 and 90,755 miles; 40% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.