Nissan · Juke · 2012
2012 Nissan Juke
4
Recalls
87
Complaints
4/5
Safety Rating
The 2012 Nissan Juke has 4 recalls and 87 owner-reported complaints on file with NHTSA. Overall safety rating: 4 out of 5 stars. Most reported issue: engine (18 reports).
Source: NHTSA Public Records · Updated Apr 28, 2026
Research Context
The 2012 Nissan Juke page works best as a research starting point. Complaint totals show how much owner-reported activity exists, while recalls and investigations help show whether any of that activity turned into formal safety action.
Because this is a newer-era vehicle page, it usually helps to compare this year against nearby model years before deciding whether a complaint pattern looks isolated or persistent. On this page, the most prominent complaint area is engine with 18 reported complaints.
Best Research Moves
- Use the complaint log to understand what owners were actually reporting instead of relying only on the raw complaint total.
- Review the recall section even if the total is smaller, because a limited number of recalls can still point to meaningful safety actions.
- This page is primarily a complaints-and-recalls research surface, so compare nearby model years before treating the complaint total as a standalone verdict.
Key Takeaways
- The 2012 Nissan Juke currently shows 4 NHTSA recalls listed on this page and 87 owner-reported complaints.
- This page currently shows no linked NHTSA investigations.
- This page reflects complaint volume, recall history, and NHTSA test data, but it does not diagnose causes or rank reliability by itself.
- Safety data currently shows 4/5 overall NHTSA safety rating.
- The most frequently reported complaint categories on this page are engine (18), fuel/propulsion system (12), electrical system (7).
- Vehicle
- 2012 Nissan Juke
- Recalls
- 4
- Complaints
- 87
- Safety Rating
- 4/5
How to Interpret This Page
This page combines three types of NHTSA data: recall campaigns (official manufacturer or government actions), owner complaints (unverified consumer reports), and crash test ratings (where available). A vehicle with many complaints is not necessarily less reliable — complaint volume correlates with sales volume and vehicle age. Recalls indicate identified defects, not overall quality. To compare this model year with others, use the year navigation in the sidebar or return to the model overview page.
If you are researching a used vehicle, start with the complaint categories, compare them against the recall list, and then check nearby model years to see whether the same issue profile repeats. That usually produces a better buying or research signal than treating the raw complaint total as a standalone safety ranking.
NHTSA Crash Test Performance
Frontal Crash Test
Side Crash Test
Overall Frontal Rating
Driver and Passenger Assessment
Driver Side
Passenger Side
Overall Side Rating
Side Barrier and Side Pole Tests
Driver Side
Passenger Side
Rollover Resistance
15.9% rollover risk in single-vehicle crash
Safety Features
ESC: StandardForward Collision Warning: NoLane Departure Warning: No
Recall Notices
NHTSANHTSA ID: 18V156000March 07, 2018
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
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.
Remedy Status
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. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669.
NHTSA ID: 14V683000November 28, 2014
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
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.
Remedy Status
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.
NHTSA ID: 12V328000July 12, 2012
SEATS
NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 JUKE VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM FEBRUARY 3, 2012, THROUGH MAY 26, 2012. DUE TO AN INCOMPLETE WELD PENETRATION, THE REAR SEAT BACK STRIKER MAY PARTIALLY SEPARATE IN A CRASH.
Remedy Status
NISSAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED SEAT BACK STRIKERS, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 20, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-647-7261.
NHTSA ID: 12V069000February 24, 2012
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 JUKE, INFINITI QX AND INFINITI M VEHICLES. 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.
Remedy Status
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. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-647-7261.
Owner Complaints
87 totalFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Aug 4, 2025
The contact owns a 2012 Nissan Juke. The contact stated that while attempting the start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to respond as intended twice, and then the vehicle turned off independently after the third attempt. An independent mechanic was contacted. The vehicle was tak...
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ENGINE
Jun 23, 2025
The contact owns a 2012 Nissan Juke. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and decelerated to approximately 5 MPH. The accelerator pedal was depressed, but the vehicle failed to respond as needed. There was no warning light illu...
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ENGINE
Mar 4, 2025
It jump time I see that they had issue before I brought it that they replace timming chain before seem that the chain stretched cause it to lose oil flooding out on chain cause it to Jump time this is how much they said it would cost me
AIR BAGS
Mar 2, 2024
SRS AIRBAG LIGHT FLASHES CONTINUOUSLY. STARTED ABOUT 3 MONTHS AGO (MARCH 2024) TOOK CAR TO REPAIR SHOP, STATED OCS CONTROL UNIT AND PASSENGER OCCUPANT SENSORS NEED TO BE REPLACED. TOOK TO A NISSAN DEALER FOR 2ND OPINION. STATED TODAY THEY WILL REPLACE OCS CONTROL UNIT & PASSENG...
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POWER TRAIN
Dec 1, 2023
Timing chain needs replacement however the timing chain was already replaced in 2014 under Nissan recall NTB14-030c campaign P4213. This car has 54,000 miles on it and has been serviced at Nissan dealerships according to the Nissan service schedule. There is no reason for this pa...
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FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Nov 17, 2023
The car smelling of burning and is not safe to drive.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Sep 3, 2023
I purchased this Nissan 2012 from Hyundai Santa Maria. It has had a problem starting consistently. There are recorded records all over the net. Simply google Nissan Juke Push Button won't start. I have already spent some money trying to figure out the issue. People have been stra...
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ENGINE
Jul 14, 2023
Belt in the engine snapped made the car overheat leak oil and radiator fluid. Mechanic said there was a recal for this issue.
STEERING,SUSPENSION,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Apr 12, 2023
Sept 2022 i bought my 2012 Nissan Juke from Jeff Wyler’s Nissan King AutoMall. April 23 the left, lower ball joint/axle (drivers side) broke. Needed fixed. Almost $2,000. I specifically asked them to check right sided ball joint/axle. Oh it’s fine. We checked it out and it’s all...
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ENGINE
Dec 7, 2022
The timing chain exploded as noted in the service bulletin: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2015/SB-10055923-4231.pdf Nissan is claiming that this model/VIN is not covered under this bulletin when it clearly is.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many recalls does the 2012 Nissan Juke have?
The 2012 Nissan Juke has 4 recalls recorded by NHTSA.
How many complaints have been filed for the 2012 Nissan Juke?
NHTSA has received 87 owner-reported complaints for the 2012 Nissan Juke.
What is the NHTSA safety rating for the 2012 Nissan Juke?
The 2012 Nissan Juke received an overall safety rating of 4 out of 5 stars from NHTSA.
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Nissan Juke?
The most commonly reported complaint categories for the 2012 Nissan Juke are engine (18 reports), fuel/propulsion system (12 reports), electrical system (7 reports).
Does the 2012 Nissan Juke have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA has 4 recalls on record for the 2012 Nissan Juke. Scroll up to review the published recall summaries, consequences, and remedies. To check for unrepaired recalls on your specific vehicle, use your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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