Nissan Juke F16 1.6 Hybrid

A known issue on early Juke Hybrids produced between June and December 2022. The Hybrid Electric Vehicle Control (HEVC) module software can reset if the brake and accelerator pedals are pressed simultaneously, especially when the engine is cold shortly after starting. This causes a momentary loss of power or complete stall. Nissan issued recall PG3C1 in April 2023 to reprogram the HEVC module. However, some owners report that the software update does not fully resolve the issue, with occasional HEV system malfunction warnings continuing to appear. A dealer software update is covered under recall (free), but if the HEVC module itself needs replacement outside warranty, expect €150-200 for diagnostic and reflash work.

Multiple owners on UK and European forums report persistent hybrid system malfunction warnings that return within weeks of being cleared by Nissan dealers. The warnings can appear as 'HEV system malfunction' with reduced power or no power. In some cases, the root cause has been traced to the inverter, which Nissan dealers have quoted at around €2,000-2,500 for the part alone (one UK quote was GBP 8,300 for a dealer replacement, though this appears to include substantial labor). In other cases, a faulty 1.2 kWh traction battery was diagnosed and replaced under warranty. Early-production cars (2022 plates) appear most affected. Post-2024 facelift models have fewer reports of this issue, suggesting software and hardware revisions have improved matters.

The multimode gearbox with its dog clutch design (shared with Renault E-Tech hybrids) can exhibit a judder or hesitation during acceleration, particularly around 40-50 km/h when the system transitions between electric and petrol modes. Owners on the Juke Owners Club describe a brief shudder that disappears once up to speed. In most cases, a dealer software update to the transmission control unit resolves or improves the issue (around €100-150). The related Renault E-Tech gearbox had a known O-ring seal defect on the electric motor primary shaft (affecting Renaults built before late 2022) that allowed internal oil leakage. While this recall targeted Renault models specifically, the shared gearbox architecture means the Juke should be checked for any related service actions. Full gearbox repair or replacement, if ever needed, would be in the €1,500-2,000 range.

Like most hybrid and modern vehicles, the Juke Hybrid's 12V auxiliary battery can go flat if the car sits idle for more than a week or two. The hybrid system's electronic modules maintain a parasitic draw that depletes the small AGM battery relatively quickly. Some owners have also reported that a faulty lane-departure camera module remained active even when parked, increasing the drain further. An AGM replacement battery costs around €100-180, with fitting around €50-80 at an independent garage. Using a trickle charger when the car is parked for extended periods prevents the issue.

This is a known F16 platform issue shared with the 1.0 DIG-T variant. Water enters through gaps around the rear light housings, body vents behind the rear bumper, or cracked welds near the boot hinges. It collects in the spare wheel well and can run along body seams into the rear footwells. Left untreated, this causes damp carpets, musty smells, and eventually electrical issues. The fix involves removing the rear bumper and resealing the affected areas with silicone sealant, which an independent garage typically charges €100-200 for. If wiring harness or carpet damage has occurred, repair costs can reach €300-400.

Some F16 Juke owners report the automatic emergency braking system activating on its own, particularly when passing filter lanes on motorways, approaching bends with pedestrians on the pavement, or in heavy rain. The system can engage the brakes sharply with no actual collision threat, which several owners describe as alarming and potentially dangerous if followed closely. Nissan has issued software updates to recalibrate the sensitivity. Dirt, rain, or low sun on the front camera can also trigger false readings. A dealer recalibration costs around €100-150. If the radar module or camera unit needs replacement, costs are approximately €300-500.

The infotainment system in the F16 Juke can occasionally freeze on startup, go completely blank, or stop responding to touch inputs. In most cases, turning the ignition off for 30 seconds or disconnecting the 12V battery for 10 minutes resets the system. A dealer firmware update costs around €100-150 and often resolves recurring instances. The 2024 facelift introduced a larger 12.3-inch screen with improved software, which appears less affected. If the head unit itself has failed, replacement costs €500-800.