2012 NISSAN JUKE — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
4/5
Safety Rating
109
Owner Complaints
4
Recalls
9
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2012 NISSAN JUKE
The 2012 NISSAN JUKE has received a total of 109 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). It earned an overall safety rating of 4 out of 5 stars in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program crash tests. There have been 4 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, SEATS. 9 technical service bulletins have been issued by Nissan North America, Inc. for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Engine (29 complaints), Fuelpropulsion System (15 complaints), and Electrical System (14 complaints).
Recalls for the 2012 NISSAN JUKE
NHTSA has recorded 4 recalls for the 2012 NISSAN JUKE, potentially affecting up to 273,328 vehicles.
Recall 18V156000 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
| 49,385 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
Consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: 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.
View full details →Recall 14V683000 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
| 133,592 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
Consequence: 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.
View full details →Recall 12V328000 — SEATS
| 11,076 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
Consequence: IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE REAR SEAT BACK MAY NOT BE SECURED, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY TO THE REAR SEAT OCCUPANTS.
Remedy: 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.
View full details →Recall 12V069000 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
| 79,275 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
Consequence: FUEL MAY LEAK FROM THE PRESSURE SENSOR, INCREASING THE RISK OF A FIRE.
Remedy: 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.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2012 NISSAN JUKE
109 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2012 NISSAN JUKE. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 29 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuelpropulsion System | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Train | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 6 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System Gasoline | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seats | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Trainautomatic Transmission | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structurebody | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibilitysunmoon Roof Assembly | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
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 illuminated. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent but recurred at various speeds. The vehicle was towed to two different independent mechanics who were unable to determine the cause of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 75,000.
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 taken to the dealer, but was not diagnosed. The vehicle was then taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed with fuel pressure sensor failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V683000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but offered no assistance. The failure mileage was 106,000.
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
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 & PASSENGER OCCUPANT SENSORS. IS THIS SOMETHING THAT COULD BE COVERED BY A RECALL EVENT?
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 part to need replacing again after so few miles unless the Nissan part was bad, there is an underlying manufacturing issue with the vehicle or the recall replacement was done incorrectly. Nissan Consumer Affairs refuses to assist because the car is out of warranty.
Safety Rating for the 2012 NISSAN JUKE
The 2012 NISSAN JUKE received an overall safety rating of 4 out of 5 stars from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP).
| Test Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Rating | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Frontal Crash | ★★★☆☆ (3/5) |
| Side Crash | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Rollover | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
Safety ratings are based on controlled crash tests conducted by NHTSA. A 5-star rating indicates the highest level of occupant protection.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2012 NISSAN JUKE
Nissan North America, Inc. has issued 9 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2012 NISSAN JUKE. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
P4213 — POWER TRAIN
Juke Timing Chain Voluntary Service Campaign - Expiration Notice Reminder ***** Campaign Status Update ***** Nissan launched this Voluntary Service Campaign on April 25, 2014 on certain 2011-2013 Nissan Juke vehicles to offer customers the opportunity to replace the timing chain, chain guides, and crank sprocket at no charge to...
NTB15-044B — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP
Fuel Filler Cap tether clip service information
NTB-14-030-B — ENGINE
NISSAN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. CERTAIN VEHICLES WILL HAVE THE TIMING CHAIN, FOR THE ENGINE, REPLACED. MODEL 2011-2013 JUKE. *PE UPDATED 11/18/14. *PE UPDATED 11/24/15. *PE
P4213E — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Nissan wants to remind dealers that vehicles presented for repair after October 30, 2015 will not be covered by this service campaign and any repair will be performed at customer expense if the vehicle?s warranty has expired
P4213C — EQUIPMENT
Due to the damage of the Slack Guide Bolt (13094-EN200) during the removal procedure and the unforeseen part demand for the campaign, the slack guide bolt has been on backorder the last two weeks. Nissan will use part 13094-31U00 (Slack Guide Bolt-Alternative) as a temporary alternative to fill all VOR...
P4213C — ENGINE
Due to the damage of the Slack Guide Bolt (13094-EN200) during the removal procedure and the unforeseen part demand for the campaign, the slack guide bolt has been on backorder the last two weeks. Nissan will use part 13094-31U00 (Slack Guide Bolt-Alternative) as a temporary alternative to fill all VOR...
P4213C — EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Due to the damage of the Slack Guide Bolt (13094-EN200) during the removal procedure and the unforeseen part demand for the campaign, the slack guide bolt has been on backorder the last two weeks. Nissan will use part 13094-31U00 (Slack Guide Bolt-Alternative) as a temporary alternative to fill all VOR...
P4213OL — ENGINE
Nissan is conducting this Voluntary Service Campaign to replace the engine timing chain on certain specific 2011 ? 2013 Juke vehicles.
NTB04094A — STEERING
If YOU CONFIRM: A vehicle needs to have the brake rotors resurfaced (front or rear). ACTION: Use the ProCut PFM Series on-car brake lathe to perform brake rotor resurfacing and follow the tips listed in this bulletin. - The ProCut PFM Series brake lathe has been chosen as the approved...
NHTSA Investigations for the 2012 NISSAN JUKE
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the NISSAN JUKE
- 2011 NISSAN JUKE — 197 complaints
- 2012 NISSAN JUKE (current)
- 2013 NISSAN JUKE — 132 complaints
- 2014 NISSAN JUKE — 81 complaints
- 2015 NISSAN JUKE — 52 complaints
- 2016 NISSAN JUKE — 49 complaints
- 2017 NISSAN JUKE — 21 complaints
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