2015 Nissan Juke
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Engine
Engine leads by volume: 14 of 34 complaints (41%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Brakes include more crash reports (2) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed fell from 59 in 2014 to 34 in 2015.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | vs. 2015 Small Station Wagons |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,650–2,850 | 2,650–2,850 | 2,600–3,000 | 2,600–3,000 | 2,650–3,000 | |
| Combined MPG | 27–29 | 27–29 | 26–30 | 26–30 | 26–29 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 25–27 / 29–31 | 25–27 / 29–31 | 25–28 / 29–33 | 25–28 / 29–33 | 25–28 / 29–33 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 312–332 | 312–332 | 297–337 | 299–337 | 303–337 | |
| Complaints filed | 103 | 59 | 34 | 28 | 14 | |
| Recalls issued | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 4 | 7 | 2 | 3 | 3 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 5 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | |
| Injuries reported | 4 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 3 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2015 Nissan Juke have?
1 NHTSA recall campaign as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2015 Nissan Juke?
Engine: 14 of 34 NHTSA complaints (41%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2015 Nissan Juke get?
EPA rates it 26–30 MPG combined across 5 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2015 Nissan Juke?
EPA estimates $2,600–$3,000 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (5)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (AV-S7) | 4 | 1.6L | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | Small Station Wagons | 28 mpg (high) | 32 mpg | 29 mpg | $2,650 | 307 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Manual 6-spd | 4 | 1.6L | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | Small Station Wagons | 28 mpg (high) | 33 mpg (high) | 30 mpg (high) | $2,600 (low) | 297 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic (AV-S7) | 4 | 1.6L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Small Station Wagons | 26 mpg | 31 mpg | 28 mpg | $2,750 | 321 g/mi |
| Configuration 4 | Manual 6-spd | 4 | 1.6L | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | Small Station Wagons | 25 mpg (low) | 31 mpg | 27 mpg | $2,850 | 330 g/mi |
| Configuration 5 | Automatic (AV-S8) | 4 | 1.6L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Small Station Wagons | 25 mpg (low) | 29 mpg (low) | 26 mpg (low) | $3,000 (high) | 337 g/mi (high) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 5 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (1)
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER · Campaign 18V086000 · Feb 5, 2018
Defect: 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.
Consequence: If brake fluid leaks into the brake booster it can lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.