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2014 Nissan Juke problems

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A typical year for this model

The 2014 Nissan Juke sits mid-pack among Juke years: 83 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 83, with 2 recalls and no defect investigations.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across electrical system (17), engine (16), and transmission (11), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect. In government crash testing it earned 4 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

83

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

0

Investigations

8

Crash-involved

2

Fires reported

6

Injuries

0

Deaths

4

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2014 compare to other Juke years?

Juke NHTSA complaints by model year, 2014 highlighted202 complaints2011: 202 complaints2012: 109 complaints2013: 136 complaints2014: 83 complaints2015: 52 complaints2016: 49 complaints2017: 21 complaints
Juke NHTSA complaints by model year, 2014 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2014 Nissan Juke problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Electrical System1720%
Engine1619%
Transmission1113%
Fuel System810%
Other810%
Airbags78%
Lighting45%
Speed Control34%
Visibility & Wipers22%
Brakes22%
Steering11%
Body & Structure11%
Suspension11%
Seats11%
Seat Belts11%

Does the 2014 Nissan Juke have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

15V418000Electrical SystemJuly 1, 2015 · 14,595 units

Defect

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2014 Versa Sedan vehicles manufactured July 16, 2013, to January 29, 2014, 2013-2014 Cube vehicles manufactured July 3, 2013, to October 21, 2013, and 2013-2014 Juke vehicles manufactured July 3, 2013, to October 22, 2013. When exposed to hot temperatures, the affected vehicles have an engine start/stop button that may stick inside the button housing.

Consequence

If the engine start/stop button gets stuck in the housing, road vibrations may cause the engine to shut off unexpectedly while the vehicle is being driven, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will modify the start/stop switch housing, free of charge. The recall began on August 4, 2015. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.

14V683000Fuel SystemNovember 28, 2014 · 133,592 units

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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“A couple of weeks ago on my way home from school I could smell something burning. I stopped my car and started looking around to find that the front passengers seat was smoldering and burning a hole in my backpack, toque and the seat itself. The seat warmer switch was in the off position. My dad…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · March 6, 2024 · fire

“BRAKE SWITCH STOPPED WORKING WHEN PRESSED EACH TIME BUT WAS STILL CONNECTED. CAR COULD NOT BE STARTED WHEN BRAKE LIGHTS DO NOT COME ON. AFTER CONFIRMING NO ISSUE WITH THE BRAKE. THE CAR STARTED STALLING PERIODICALLY WHILE DRIVING CAUSING A SAFETY ISSUE. APPEARS TO BE RELATED TO THE START STOP…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · November 11, 2019

“MY JUKE HAS BEEN DECECLERATING WHILE IN HIGHWAY DOING 75MPH AND HAS BEEN JUMPING GEARS WHICH ALL HAD BEEN A PROBLEM SINCE PURCHASING THE CAR AND WAS NOT FOUND UNTIL TODAY THAT THE ENTIRE VALVE BODY CONTROL IN THE TRANSMISSION WHICH CONTROLS CVT NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE THAT…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · July 21, 2015 · crash

“MY NISSAN JUKE 2014 AWD VAPOR LOCKED IN HOT WEATHER. THE DEALER WAS AWARE OF THE PROBLEM AND TOLD ME TO USE 91 OR HIGHER OCTANE GAS AND NOT TO FILL THE TANK WHEN REFUELING. THEY ALSO REPROGRAMMED THE CAR. THOUGH THE DEALER TOOK GREAT CARE OF ME THE EXPLANATION SEEMED STRANGE. THE CAR WAS SIMPLY…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · June 28, 2017

“I was involved in a serious crash in a 2014 Nissan Juke. The vehicle broke through a fence, traveled downhill, and rolled multiple times before coming to rest upside down. The crash caused severe structural damage: Roof crushed down to seat level Windshield shattered Rear of vehicle pushed into…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · February 18, 2026 · crash

2014 Nissan Juke — common questions

Is the 2014 Nissan Juke reliable?

It is close to typical for the Juke: 83 NHTSA complaints, 2 recalls, and no investigations on file.

What are the most common 2014 Juke problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are electrical system (17 complaints), engine (16 complaints), transmission (11 complaints).

Does the 2014 Nissan Juke have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2014 Nissan Juke. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Nissan Juke years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Juke years to avoid are 2011, 2013. The cleanest record among Juke years belongs to 2017.

How safe is the 2014 Nissan Juke?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2014 Nissan Juke earned an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.