What causes a Nissan Juke to stall under acceleration?
Some reports of Juke transmission problems can be traced back to owners simply being unfamiliar with its operation. There are reports of actual mechanical problems. Some Juke CVTs are said to cause a stalling under acceleration issue due to a collapse of an internal bearing.
Are there any problems with the Nissan Juke?
Some problems will only occur after many years of operation, others are related to technical solutions and forced the manufacturer to issue a recall. In the following overview, you will find the most common problems for the Nissan Juke, for which Nissan has announced a recall through the EU Rapex system.
Is there a continuously variable transmission on a Nissan Juke?
This, unlike the above problem, is a relatively easy fix. As with most Nissan products, the Juke is available with a continuously variable transmission. These units are unique in that they have no actual gears, rather choosing to employ a robust steel belt between two pulleys to vary the transmission ratio while accelerating and decelerating.
Why is my Check Engine light on on my Nissan Juke?
An illuminated check engine light is another early sign of timing-chain stretch but, as with all cars, that light can be on for any number of reasons including something simple as a loose gas cap. No fewer than three recalls have been issued for the Juke’s fuel pressure sensor, a unit that may cause a leak.
Some reports of Juke transmission problems can be traced back to owners simply being unfamiliar with its operation. There are reports of actual mechanical problems. Some Juke CVTs are said to cause a stalling under acceleration issue due to a collapse of an internal bearing.
Although you won’t be able to buy a new Juke, here are some common Nissan Juke problems to be aware of if you’re buying used or perhaps are experiencing some trouble in your own little bug-faced crossover. Please note these are common Nissan Juke problems, not recalls. For information on Nissan Juke recalls, we have a whole other article on it!
An illuminated check engine light is another early sign of timing-chain stretch but, as with all cars, that light can be on for any number of reasons including something simple as a loose gas cap. No fewer than three recalls have been issued for the Juke’s fuel pressure sensor, a unit that may cause a leak.
What to listen for when starting a Nissan Juke?
Listen for is any sort of rattle or lashing noise from the engine during a cold start. For this reason, customer considering a used Juke need to insist on hearing the engine while it is being started for the first time that day, not after it has been warmed up.