2012 Nissan Juke recalls and problems

4 recalls and 87 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2012 Nissan Juke.

4
recalls
87
owner complaints
4
complaints mentioning a crash
0
mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2012 Nissan Juke recalls

Fuel system, gasoline

NHTSA campaign 18V156000 · reported March 7, 2018 · Nissan North America, Inc. · 49,385 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
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.
The risk
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix
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.

Fuel system, gasoline

NHTSA campaign 14V683000 · reported November 28, 2014 · Nissan North America, Inc. · 133,592 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
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.
The risk
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source could cause a vehicle fire.
The fix
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.

Seats

NHTSA campaign 12V328000 · reported July 12, 2012 · NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. · 11,076 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
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.
The risk
In the event of a crash, the rear seat back may not be secured, increasing the risk of injury to the rear seat occupants.
The fix
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.

Fuel system, gasoline

NHTSA campaign 12V069000 · reported February 24, 2012 · NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. · 79,275 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
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.
The risk
Fuel may leak from the pressure sensor, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix
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.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Oct 23, 2025 · Engine · 75,000 miles

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…

Aug 7, 2025 · Fuel system, gasoline · 106,000 miles

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…

Jul 7, 2025 · Engine

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

Jun 10, 2024 · Air bags

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…

Dec 5, 2023 · Power train

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…

Juke model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2011 315342
2012 48740
2013 210345
2014 25973
2015 13420

Across all years, the 2011 Juke has the most complaints (153). All Nissan Juke years →

Questions

Does the 2012 Nissan Juke have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2012 Nissan Juke, the most recent reported on March 7, 2018 (Fuel system, gasoline). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Nissan Juke?
Owners have filed 87 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (29 complaints), followed by fuel/propulsion system (15).
How many 2012 Nissan Juke complaints mention a crash or fire?
4 of 87 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 5 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received October 23, 2025.