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2016 Nissan Juke problems

The most common problem on the 2016 Nissan Juke is transmission and drivetrain, typically around 52,716 miles. It has fewer complaints than a typical Juke model year.

Fewer complaintsAmong the best years of this model
Year score
86/100
Owner complaints
28
Recalls
1
Service bulletins
128
Worst area
Transmission
Fuel economy
26-30mpg

The worst 2016 Nissan Juke problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

Problems by type

Tap a problem to see which part fails, at what mileage and in which other years.

  • Transmission
    9
  • Engine
    8
  • Electrical
    6
  • Steering
    4
  • Suspension
    4
  • Wheels
    4
  • Airbags
    3
  • Brakes
    2
  • Acceleration
    1
  • Body
    1
  • Fuel system
    1
  • Tires
    1

Specific symptoms reported on the 2016 Nissan Juke

Transmission failure 5

Recalls 1

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: master cylinderReported January 31, 2018 · 415 vehicles affected
What is wrong
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.
Risk
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.

Recall number 18V086000 · Recall details

See all 1 recalls for the 2016 Nissan Juke

Technical service bulletins for the 2016 Nissan Juke 128

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

See all 128 bulletins for the 2016 Nissan Juke

2016 Nissan Juke fuel economy

Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.

EngineDriveCityHighwayCombined
1.6L 4‑cylFWD25-2831-3327-30
1.6L 4‑cylAWD25-2629-3126-28

What 2016 Nissan Juke owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Mar 13, 2025 · Acceleration, Steering · 55,000 miles · PA

The contact owns a 2016 Nissan Juke. The contact stated while driving 30-35 MPH, the steering wheel jerked to the left unintendedly, and the vehicle accelerated unintendedly. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that upon depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle responded as needed. The contact was able to pull over to the side of the road. The contact's son met the contact on the side of the road and assisted the contact in driving the vehicle to the residence. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where it was test-driven, and the failure recurred. An unknown warning light was illuminated. The mechanic informed the contact that the vehicle could not be diagnosed because the failure was intermittent. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer was notified of the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 55,000.

Filed Nov 22, 2024 · Steering, Suspension · TX

I’ve had 3 sets of oem control arms fail repeatedly all have been replaced by dealer anytime you go over w bump it bends the control arms

Filed Sep 10, 2024 · Electrical, Engine · NC

For 8 years Since 20161st The struts, censor, Control panel, Window, 3 transmissions, Electronic multi-way control valve, EGR system, Radiator. All of these troubles since 2016 every year a problem.

Filed May 11, 2024 · Brakes, Steering · NJ · crash

The brakes in my car failed to work, leaving me swirling around on the highway. Yes it is available for inspection. I was a car accident that left me with a concussion and minor injuries. No the car is now totaled. The vehicle did receive an appraisal inspection. No they were absolutely no warnings or anything that made me feel I shouldn’t have been driving my car. I kept up on the maintenance well with the help of my warranty company. I did notice in the last few weeks of driving my car though that my check engine light was on.

Filed Apr 12, 2023 · Steering, Suspension · NY

I'm the only owner of this vehicle. In Dec 2021 (@ 61000 miles) I had problems with steering my vehicle. I went to break and could not break on the expressway. I was on a 55 miles expressway during rush hour traffic. I came to a stop on the side of the road and when I try to engage the accelerator to get off to the exit the car will not move. It kept stalling and making grounding sounds. The steering wheel was hard to turn as well. Had the Nissan dealership tell me the transmission had to be replaced after 10 days of having my car at the dealership. The transmission was replaced. April 2023 (@ 87000 miles), I am back at the dealership with transmission again. This is the same transmission they put there in Dec 2021. I was going less than 10 mile on a normal roadway. The car will not accelerator or move over 10 mph. It sounded like it I was changing gear in a manual car. The abs light would blink off and on for a split second as the car jerk and trying to accelerate. I have also spend on replacing the suspending and steering, control arms and a whole bunch of other things.

Filed Feb 17, 2023 · Engine · 100,000 miles · WA · fire

The contact owned a 2016 Nissan Juke. The contact stated that his wife had previously driven the vehicle and parked it. Approximately five minutes later, a coworker informed her that the vehicle had caught fire. There were no previous warning indicator lights illuminated. The fire department was able to extinguish the fire. A police report was filed. There were no reported injuries or air bag deployment. An unknown Tesla parked and unoccupied next to the Nissan sustained fire damage. The vehicle was towed to an independent tow lot. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified about the failure but no additional assistance was provided. The insurance company deemed the vehicle a total loss. The failure mileage was approximately 100, 000.

Filed Aug 12, 2021 · Transmission · LA

CPO Juke with 42k miles on it; transmission failure seemingly out of nowhere. RPMs would indicate acceleration but no additional speed could be gained over 40mph. Car would drive fine for about 15 minutes before the transmission would begin to fail again. Took it to dealership, it was diagnosed with transmission failure and transmission was replaced under warranty. Took 2 weeks for the repair request to be granted; a total of 16 days from initial diagnosis to pickup after repairs.

Filed Jul 15, 2021 · Engine · 48,148 miles · AL

The contact owns a 2016 Nissan Juke. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the contact noticed that the vehicle was not driving correctly. The contact stated that the service engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with the oxygen sensor needing to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired however, the failure occurred with the other oxygen sensor. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 48,148.

Filed Jan 16, 2021 · Engine · TX

The car keeps shaking. My mechanic did say that nissan jukes have a faulty transmission. They did things to my car to try to fix it but I still find it shaking uncontrollably.

Filed Apr 22, 2020 · 65,000 miles · NJ

My sunroof exploded for no reason. My car was parked in front of my house. Thank goodness I was not driving on the highway I take to go to work everyday. Weather temps were ideal not too hot nor cold. Unknown on how this occurred.

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Questions about the 2016 Nissan Juke

Is the 2016 Nissan Juke reliable?

Owners have filed 28 complaints about the 2016 Nissan Juke, fewer than a typical Juke model year.

What is the 2016 Nissan Juke year score?

The 2016 Nissan Juke scores 86 out of 100 (good). The score compares it with the other model years of the Nissan Juke: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.

What is the most common problem with the 2016 Nissan Juke?

Transmission and drivetrain, with 9 complaints, typically around 52,716 miles. Next is engine (8).

How many recalls does the 2016 Nissan Juke have?

1 recall, covering service brakes, hydraulic.

What gas mileage does the 2016 Nissan Juke get?

Official estimates for the 2016 Nissan Juke range from 26 to 30 mpg combined. The most efficient version (1.6L 4-cyl, FWD) gets 25-28 city and 31-33 highway.

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