Verdict
2016 Nissan Juke: Complaints, Recalls & Known Issues
What the public record actually says about the 2016 Nissan Juke — every figure below is a NHTSA or EPA number, not an opinion.
The read
Fewer reported complaints than most wagon.
Owners filed 28 NHTSA complaints — fewer complaints than 88% of 2016 wagons. Power Train leads the reports (29%). 1 safety recall campaign on record — check the VIN and remedy terms with a dealer.
Based on NHTSA complaint volume against 2016 wagons, not adjusted for how many were sold. It describes the model year, not the individual car you are looking at.
Complaints filed
28
Reports to NHTSA, 2016
Safety recalls
1
NHTSA campaigns on record
NHTSA crash test
Overall NCAP rating
Combined MPG
29.5
EPA estimate
Complaint volume vs. segment peers
Fewer complaints than 88% of 2016 wagons
The bar is this car's percentile among 2016 wagons by complaint volume — a full bar means the fewest complaints in its class. Not adjusted for sales.
Known issues
Power Train issues lead owner complaints (29% of 28 reports), followed by steering (14%).
+ 4 more component categories with fewer reports.
Share of all 28 NHTSA complaints for this model year, grouped by the component owners named. Bars are scaled to the largest category. Examples: ODI 11613857, ODI 11428853, ODI 11240423, ODI 11233487, ODI 11172507.
Recalls(1)
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.
Service Brakes · 18V086000Details +Close −
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.
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
2016 Nissan Juke SUV FWD NHTSA source
- Overall
- Frontal
- Side
- Rollover
2016 Nissan Juke SUV AWD NHTSA source
- Overall
- Frontal
- Side
- Rollover
Fuel economy by trim
| Trim | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Juke | 1.6L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 27 | 33 | 30 |
| Juke | 1.6L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AV-S7) | 28 | 32 | 29 |
EPA laboratory estimates by trim and engine. Actual mileage varies with driving, weather, load, and maintenance. EPA source.
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Compare model years
"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.
2016 Nissan Juke: frequently asked
What does the complaint record show for the 2016 Nissan Juke?
Owners filed 28 NHTSA complaints about the 2016 Nissan Juke — fewer complaints than 88% of comparable 2016 wagons, so it sits toward the stronger end of its class. That's a signal, not a guarantee about any single car.
What are the most common problems on the 2016 Nissan Juke?
The most-reported problem areas are Power Train (29% of complaints) and steering (14%).
How many recalls does the 2016 Nissan Juke have?
1 recall has been issued that affect the 2016 Nissan Juke, covering components such as service brakes. 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 2016 Nissan Juke get?
The EPA rates the 2016 Nissan Juke between 29 and 30 mpg combined, depending on trim and drivetrain.