2017 Nissan Juke: Is It Reliable?
Problems, Recalls & Buyer Verdict
Shopping for a used 2017 Nissan Juke? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Current data includes 14 complaints, with Engine Problems as the top reported area.
2017 Nissan Juke Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 5 2017 Nissan Juke trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 5 trims analysed.
2017 Nissan Juke Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Program2 variants tested — showing 2017 Nissan Juke SUV AWDOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
Not Rated15.1% rollover risk
Frontal Crash
Side Crash
Not RatedRollover
15.1% probability
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2017 Nissan Juke has 14 owner complaints, 3 crash-related complaints, and 1 recall campaign on record. The most frequently reported component is Engine Problems. NHTSA reliability signal: Severe Issues.
- Make
- Nissan
- Model
- Juke
- Model year
- 2017
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 14
- Crash-related complaints
- 3
- Safety recall campaigns
- 1
- Top reported component
- Engine Problems
- Reliability signal
- Severe Issues
- EPA MPG combined
- 28
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 26 / 31
- Fuel type
- Premium Gasoline
- NHTSA frontal crash rating
- 3/5 stars
- NHTSA rollover rating
- 4/5 stars
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
Most Common 2017 Nissan Juke Problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Engine Problems
Electrical Faults
Uncategorized Issues
Complaint patterns center on Engine Problems, Electrical Faults, Uncategorized Issues. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Should You Buy a Used 2017 Nissan Juke?
The 2017 Nissan Juke shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase.
Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report.
What to Check Before Buying a Used 2017 Nissan Juke
Inspection Focus
- Have a mechanic inspect the engine and electrical systems before purchase.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for any engine or electrical repairs.
- Test drive to check for brake and transmission issues.
Before You Close the Deal
- Have a mechanic inspect the engine and electrical systems before purchase.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for any engine or electrical repairs.
- Test drive to check for brake and transmission issues.
Shortlist with model-year data. Decide with the exact VIN.
Before buying a used 2017 Nissan Juke, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, theft checks, and open recalls for the exact vehicle.
What the Complaint Data Suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
Complaints for the 2017 Nissan Juke are concentrated in engine and electrical systems, with a small number of crash-related reports. The data suggests potential issues in these areas, but the low complaint volume limits confidence.
- Engine Problems account for half of all complaints (7 out of 14).
- Electrical Faults are the second most reported component (4 complaints).
- There is 1 recall for this model year.
- Engine Problems
- Electrical Faults
- Brake System
All 2017 Nissan Juke Complaints by Category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2017 Nissan Juke. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Problems | 7 | 1 | 2 | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Brake System | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
Real Owner Complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2017 Nissan Juke. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
The contact owns a 2017 Nissan Juke. The contact stated that while at a red light, the vehicle slowly accelerated to 60 MPH. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed back to the residence. An independent mechanic arrived at the residence to diagnose t…
Problems with CVT Transmission causes stalling and or shuddering. The RPM goes up and down when idle.
This vehicle has 16K miles. The air bag and seat belt warning lights are illuminated. This car has a Nissan Extended Gold Warranty for 4 more years and 55K more miles. This warranty does not include these mentioned safety systems. This - any - warranty of this type should inc…
Vehicle continues to rev engine high upon starting. Causing service engine light & traction control warning light to turn on. Does so after sitting. No one has been able to diagnose. Once codes are cleared, light do not go back in for days/weeks. Little acceleration will occurs. …
We purchased this vehicle brand new and currently has 24,000 miles and has always been garaged . I just became aware now that there is no functioning burglar alarm and possibly no ignition lock-out similar to the Kia and Hyundai issue . Even though there is a functioning armed in…
I have Change the battery every year for the last 3 years at no charge from Nissan. This year the battery acid came out and make some damages , which Nissan fixed at no charge due to (Collateral damage) Car stops accelerating out of nowhere even with the battery exchange Yes, Nis…
This has happened several times in the couple months ive owned the car, the scariest incident involving the transmission slipping and the car losing power was after having to stop on the shoulder of i95 highway this was the first time i had even given it more than the reasonable …
APPROX 1:00 P.M. I PULLED INTO THE WENDY'S DRIVE THROUGH AND THE LINE WAS WRAPPED AROUND THE BUILDING. THERE WAS A LARGE LIKE FORD TRUCK IN FRONT OF ME. I SAT THERE MAYBE 1 MIN AND I THOUGHT FELT MY CAR JUMP (AND I THOUGHT 'WHAT WAS THAT'), THEN THE TRUCK PULLED UP AND THE…
MY TRACTION LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT REPEATEDLY HAVE COME ON AND REMAIN ON OVER THE COURSE OF THE LAST YEAR BUT HAVE NOT COME UP AS PART OF ANY OF THE SAFETY RECALLS THAT ARE AFFECTING OTHER NUKES THAT WERE BUILT DURING THE SAME TIME PERIOD. IN ADDITION, MY CAR MAKES A HUMMING SOUND…
MY 2017 AWD JUKE HAS ONLY 16,000 MILES ON IT AND ALREADY NEEDS THE FRONT TIRES REPLACED. THE BACK TIRES LOOK ALMOST NEW. I TOOK IT IN TO HAVE THE TIRES ROTATED AND WAS TOLD THEY ARE TOO WORN TO ROTATE AND WOULD NEED TO BUY 4 NEW TIRES. THE OTHER PROBLEM IS THE CAR WOULD NOT STAR…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 NISSAN JUKE. WHILE DRIVING 45-50 MPH, THE VEHICLE DECELERATED AND LOST POWER IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD WITHOUT WARNING. THE ENGINE WOULD NOT RESTART AND THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE MECHANIC DID NOT ASSIST. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIV…
THE BREAK SENSOR IS FAULTY ON JUKES. YOUR VEHICLE WILL BE IN PARK BUT THE CAR IS NOT REGISTERING THIS, THUS YOU CAN NOT TURN THE CAR ON WITHOUT "JIGGLING" THE WIRES THAT LEAD TO THE BREAK SENSOR. HAVE HAD THE SENSOR REPLACED BEFORE AND THIS STILL CONTINUES TO HAPPEN.
WHILE WAITING FOR A LIGHT TO CHANGE I NOTICED A PUFF OF SMOKE COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD OF MY CAR ON THE PASSENGER SIDE. IT QUICKLY TURNED INTO BILLOWS OF SMOKE. MY SISTER AND I QUICKLY GOT MY GRANDCHILDREN OUT OF THE CAR AND OVER TO A SAFE AREA. THE SMOKE BECAME DARK BROWN AND …
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2017 NISSAN JUKE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, A BURNING ODOR WAS PRESENT INSIDE THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT NOTICED SMOKE UNDER THE HOOD AND PULLED INTO A FUEL STATION. WHEN THE CONTACT OPENED THE HOOD OF THE VEHICLE, BLACK SMOKE POURED OUT OF THE ENG…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2017 Nissan Juke.
2017 Nissan Juke Recalls
1 campaignNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2017 Nissan Juke. 1 recall campaign is on record for this model year. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
2017 Nissan Juke Buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2017 Nissan Juke reliable?▾
Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 14 owner complaints, 3 crash-related complaints, and 1 recall campaign for this model year. The 2017 Nissan Juke shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Nissan Juke?▾
#1: Engine Problems (7 complaints). #2: Electrical Faults (4 complaints). #3: Uncategorized Issues (2 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2017 Nissan Juke?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2017 Nissan Juke?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2017 Nissan Juke, NHTSA complaints include 3 crash-related reports and 2 fire reports out of 14 total complaints. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2017 Nissan Juke have any recalls?▾
Yes. 1 NHTSA recall campaign affect the 2017 Nissan Juke. A major recall area is SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER. 1 recall campaign is on record for this model year. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2017 Nissan Juke?▾
The 2017 Nissan Juke shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report. Pay extra attention to Engine Problems during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Nissan Juke reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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Check the Exact Vehicle History Before You Buy
Model-year complaints and recalls reveal patterns. A VIN report confirms whether the exact car has accident history, title brands, mileage issues, or open recalls.