Most common 2017 Nissan Juke problems
Share of the 14 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Nissan Juke complaints by model year
Best Juke years: 2017, 2016, 2015. Years to avoid: 2011, 2013, 2012. Compare all years →
2017 Nissan Juke recalls (1)
Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Master cylinder
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.
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.
What 2017 Nissan Juke owners say
Engine & cooling
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 the vehicle. The contact was not notified of the cause of the failure. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure persisted. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 83,497. The VIN was unavailable.
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. Engine seems to over heat in hotter weather. This was after sitting in park for a min. Of 3 hours. Never after driving.
Electrical system
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, Nissan service center has confirm that my car is not the only one having this issues , even there's cars that get battery exchange every 8 months . Nissan service center has checked this issue, but they just rather change the battery instead of checking why this is happening . decrease of acceleration starts around month 9 or 10, the difference right know is that even with the battery exchange is still happening.
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. Engine seems to over heat in hotter weather. This was after sitting in park for a min. Of 3 hours. Never after driving.
2017 Nissan Juke engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6L 4-cyl turbo | CVT | FWD | 28 / 32 / 29 |
| 1.6L 4-cyl turbo | 6-speed manual | FWD | 27 / 33 / 29 |
| 1.6L 4-cyl turbo | CVT | AWD | 26 / 30 / 28 |
EPA ratings. Class: Wagon.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2017 Nissan Juke a good car?
Based on 14 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2017 Juke rates better than average: 74% fewer complaints than a typical year of the Juke at the same age. It is one of the best Juke years by this measure. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2017 Nissan Juke?
The engine & cooling — 7 complaints, 50% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the electrical system (4) and brakes (2).
How many recalls does the 2017 Nissan Juke have?
There is 1 recall for the 2017 Nissan Juke, the most recent from January 31, 2018 (master cylinder). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Nissan Juke?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2017, 2016 and 2015. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2011, 2013 and 2012. See the full Nissan Juke years comparison.
At what mileage do 2017 Nissan Juke problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 16,000 miles; 63% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.