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2012 Nissan Juke

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2012 Juke.

Body SUVTransmission Automatic (AV-S6)

The 2012 Nissan Juke is an SUV built on a platform that uses a 4.7‑quart oil capacity with 5W‑30 API viscosity and is paired with an automatic transmission, delivering EPA‑rated 27/32/29 mpg. Owner complaints for this model total 87, with the engine as the primary complaint area and four associated recalls, placing its reliability near the lower end of a complaint trajectory that peaked at 153 in 2011 and fell to 14 in 2017. Consequently, the 2012 model year shows a modest improvement in reliability relative to earlier years, though it remains above the long‑term low.

Model year2017201620152014201320122011

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity4.7 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type5W-30 APIOEM · verified
Lug nut torque72-87 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy27/32/29 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 35 · 550 CCA battery, OE oil filter 1520865F0E. Note the factory front wiper blades is now discontinued — plan on a superseded or quality aftermarket equivalent, which the part pages below list where known. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 35 · 550 CCAOEM · verified
Tail / brake / turnTURNOEM · verified
Tire sizeP215-55R17OEM · verified
Wheel / rim7 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter1520865F0E
Engine air filter1654630P00
Spark plug224011KC1C
Front wiper blades288901KE1A discontinued · alt 288901KE0A
Serpentine belt117201KC0A
Thermostat210496N220 alt 212306N20A
Cabin air filter272771FC0A

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (AV-S6)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length162.6 in
Overall width69.7 in
Overall height61.8 in
Wheelbase99.6 in
Curb weight3153 lb
Track (front / rear)60.2 / 59.4 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)60/40

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined27 / 32 / 29 mpg
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
Passenger volume86 cu ft
Cargo volume10 cu ft
Recommended fuelPremium Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Juke of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

7.3 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 7.30 sec — 2012 SV
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2012SV 1.6L Turbo I-47.30 sec15.80 sec188 hpAWD
2011SV 1.6L Turbo I-46.80 sec15.20 sec188 hpAWD
2011SL 1.6L Turbo I-47.00 sec15.40 sec188 hpFWD
2011SL 1.6L Turbo I-47.30 sec15.70 sec188 hpAWD
2011SL 1.6L Turbo I-47.50 sec15.70 sec188 hpFWD
2015SL 1.6L Turbo I-46.90 sec15.40 sec188 hpAWD
2015SL 1.6L Turbo I-47.40 sec15.80 sec188 hpAWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 4.7 qt of 5W-30 API engine oil, 80W-90 · GL-5 in the differential. Torque lug nuts to 72-87 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 25.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.

Lubricants & capacities

Differential Gear Oil80W-90 · GL-5
Differential Gear Oil Capacity0.8 Pints
Engine Oil5W-30 · API
Engine Oil Capacity4.7 qt
Transfer Case Fluid80W-90 · GL-5
Transfer Case Fluid Capacity0.9 Pints

Engine torques

Engine Flywheel Bolts80 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts20 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts25 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug25.0 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs19 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts72-87 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Fill Plug26.0 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Drain Plug26.0 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub133-166 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2
Ignition Coil Primary ResistanceExcept 0 or Between terminals 1 and 2 ohms
Ignition Coil Secondary ResistanceExcept 0 Between terminals 1 and 3

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity.90 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type100
Oil Capacity4.10 oz
Standard BCI Group Number35
Standard BCI Cranking Performance550 cca

Service checks

Radiator Cap Pressure ReliefRadiator leak pressure testing, 5 psi.
Injector Primary Resistance1.44-1.73 ohms
Engine Compression172-226 psi. 14.5 maximum variation psi.

Brakes

Torque Caliper to Bracket20 ft-lbs / 32 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle122 ft-lbs / 62 ft-lbs
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.079; Rear: 0.079 in
Rotor Max Parallel Variation0.0003 in / 0.0006 in
Rotor Runout Limit0.0014 in / 0.004 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness From1.024 in / 0.354 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness To1.024 in / 0.354 in
Rotor Minimum Machining0.945 in / 0.315 in

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
120 ft. lbs., Step 2: Back off 360 degrees, Step 3: 14 ft. lbs., Step 4: 6020 ft. lbs
Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
122 ft. lbs., step 2: 6022 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 6 stages
130 ft. lbs.30 ft. lbs
2100 degrees.100 degrees
3Loosen all bolts.
430 ft. lbs.30 ft. lbs
595 degrees.95 degrees
695 degrees.; Check diameter of bolts at two points, 11 mm and 45 mm from the end. Whenever the difference between these two points exceeds the limit of 0.15 mm, replace bolts. Apply new engine oil to bolt threads and seating surface.95 degrees
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
125 ft. lbs., Step 2: 7025 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 7,500 mi; spark plugs at 105,000 mi; coolant at 30,000 mi. The big-interval services (at 30,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 7,500 miEngine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace)
Every 15,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Brake Line (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Driveshaft (inspect)
At 30,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)
Every 30,000 miBody Latches, Locks & Hinges (lubricate) · Brake Hydraulic System (drain, refill & bleed) · Drive Belt (replace) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect) · Exterior Lighting (inspect)
At 60,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect)
At 105,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill) · Spark Plugs (replace)
At 180,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

In 2012, the 2012 Nissan Juke recorded 87 complaints and 4 recalls, a noticeable drop from the 153 complaints and 3 recalls seen in 2011. The following year, 2013 saw a rebound to 102 complaints but only 2 recalls, indicating a slight uptick in reported issues while recall activity remained low. Across the generation, the trend shows a steep decline in complaints from 2011 to 2015, with the 2012 model falling near the midpoint of this decline and still experiencing more complaints than the subsequent years. The top complaint areas for 2012—Engine (18), Fuel/Propulsion System (12), Electrical System (7), and Air Bags (6)—suggest that mechanical and electrical reliability were the primary concerns, while crash and fire complaints were minimal (4 and 0, respectively). Given that 2012 sits in the middle of a downward trend and has a moderate number of recalls, it is a reasonable year to consider, but buyers should be mindful of the engine and fuel system issues highlighted in the data.

4
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
121
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
87
Owner complaints
4 involved a crash · 0 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★
Frontal★★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 87 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Engine18
Fuel/Propulsion System12
Electrical System7
Air Bags6
Power Train6
Fuel System, Gasoline4
Unknown Or Other4
Electrical System,Unknown Or Other3

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 4 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

18V156000Fuel System, GasolineReported 07/03/2018

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2011-2012 Nissan Juke vehicles previously remedied under recall 12V-069. During that recall remedy, the fuel pressure sensor may not have been properly tightened… Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the fuel pressure sensor to the proper torque, free of charge. The recall began on April 24, 2018. Owners may contact Nissan…

12V328000SeatsReported 12/07/2012

NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 JUKE VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM FEBRUARY 3, 2012, THROUGH MAY 26, 2012. DUE TO AN INCOMPLETE WELD PENETRATION, THE REAR SEAT BACK STRIKER MAY PARTIALLY SEPARATE IN A CRASH. Remedy: NISSAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED SEAT BACK STRIKERS, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 20, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN CUSTOMER…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 121 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
NTB09-131C2026-04-13StructureCERTIFICATION LABEL AND VIN PLATE REPLACEMENT SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision…
NTB09-131C2026-04-13StructureCERTIFICATION LABEL AND VIN PLATE REPLACEMENT SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision…
NTB19-071D2024-09-19Air BagsDTC B00A0-00 STORED This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last…
NTB13-107G2024-05-20Electrical SystemVEHICLE KEY NOT DETECTED / AUTHENTICATED, ENGINE WILL NOT START This bulletin has been…
NTB13-027D2024-05-20Electrical SystemCAN COMMUNICATION – NETWORK DIAGNOSTIC FLOW CHART This bulletin has been amended. See…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2012 Juke take?

4.7 qt of 5W-30 API, per the factory manual.

Does the 2012 Juke have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the Juke get?

EPA figures are 27 city / 32 highway / 29 combined mpg.