Verdict
2013 Nissan Juke: Complaints, Recalls & Known Issues
What the public record actually says about the 2013 Nissan Juke — every figure below is a NHTSA or EPA number, not an opinion.
The read
More reported complaints than most wagon.
Owners filed 102 NHTSA complaints — more complaints than 75% of 2013 wagons. Engine leads the reports (27%). 2 safety recall campaigns on record — check the VIN and remedy terms with a dealer.
Based on NHTSA complaint volume against 2013 wagons, not adjusted for how many were sold. It describes the model year, not the individual car you are looking at.
Complaints filed
102
Reports to NHTSA, 2013
Safety recalls
2
NHTSA campaigns on record
NHTSA crash test
Overall NCAP rating
Combined MPG
28
EPA estimate
Complaint volume vs. segment peers
More complaints than 75% of 2013 wagons
The bar is this car's percentile among 2013 wagons by complaint volume — a full bar means the fewest complaints in its class. Not adjusted for sales.
Known issues
Engine issues lead owner complaints (27% of 102 reports), followed by power train (16%).
+ 10 more component categories with fewer reports.
Share of all 102 NHTSA complaints for this model year, grouped by the component owners named. Bars are scaled to the largest category. Examples: ODI 11734617, ODI 11699222, ODI 11525963, ODI 11522017, ODI 11517610.
Recalls(2)
Open a recall to read what NHTSA says is wrong, what can happen, and how it gets fixed. Check the VIN and remedy eligibility with a dealer; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though a manufacturer may offer more coverage.
Electrical SystemJan 2015 · 15V418000Details +Close −
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 housing.
Risk: 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.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will modify the start/stop switch housing, free of charge. The recall began on August 4, 2015. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
Fuel System · 14V683000Details +Close −
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.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source could cause a vehicle fire.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will re-torque the fuel pressure sensors free of charge. The recall began on January 25, 2015. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
A campaign can apply to this model year without being incomplete on a specific vehicle. Check the VIN with NHTSA or a dealer to confirm whether a particular car needs repair.
Investigations
0 NHTSA investigations on record
No investigations are on record as of Jul 2026. An empty record is not a clean bill of health.
Crash-test ratings
2013 Nissan Juke SUV AWD NHTSA source
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- Side
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2013 Nissan Juke SUV FWD NHTSA source
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Fuel economy by trim
| Trim | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Juke | 1.6L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AV-S6) | 27 | 31 | 29 |
| Juke | 1.6L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 25 | 30 | 27 |
EPA laboratory estimates by trim and engine. Actual mileage varies with driving, weather, load, and maintenance. EPA source.
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"Fewest reports" and "most complained" describe raw NHTSA complaint totals, not vehicle reliability. The last few model years are left unlabelled because they have had less road time.
2013 Nissan Juke: frequently asked
What does the complaint record show for the 2013 Nissan Juke?
Owners filed 102 NHTSA complaints about the 2013 Nissan Juke — more complaints than 75% of comparable 2013 wagons, so it sits toward the weaker end of its class. That's a signal, not a guarantee about any single car.
What are the most common problems on the 2013 Nissan Juke?
The most-reported problem areas are Engine (27% of complaints) and power train (16%).
How many recalls does the 2013 Nissan Juke have?
2 recalls have been issued that affect the 2013 Nissan Juke, covering components such as electrical system. Check the VIN with NHTSA and ask a dealer to confirm remedy eligibility; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though manufacturers may offer more coverage.
What gas mileage does the 2013 Nissan Juke get?
The EPA rates the 2013 Nissan Juke between 27 and 29 mpg combined, depending on trim and drivetrain.