NHTSA Data Explorer

Dodge Nitro

Data refreshed May 30, 2026

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Complaints

1,456

Active records

Recalls

12

Active records

TSBs

151

Active records

Filing history

Monthly totals over the last 20 years. Click a legend item to show or hide that series.

Reported severity

Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.

Deaths

0

Injuries

60

Crashes

49

Fires

33

Top reported issues — Dodge Nitro

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Operating state

406

Access/entry issue

273

Condition issue

270

Engine behavior

264

Reporting mechanism

248

Wiper/washer behavior

214

Fluid issue

182

Lighting behavior

151

Safety restraint issue

129

Noise

108

Braking behavior

103

Performance issue

95

Electrical issue

92

Powering on/off behavior

79

Starting behavior

73

Transmission/drivetrain behavior

73

Thermal issue

66

HVAC behavior

62

Driver assistance issue

57

Safety restraint behavior

47

Steering behavior

42

Vibration/harshness

38

Infotainment behavior

31

Recent change

20

Communication/network issue

9

Smell

9

Ride/handling behavior

6

Recent filings

The 10 most recent filings for each type.

2008 DODGE NITRO

Filed Feb 26, 2026


Car shut off while driving, prior have had issues. Have replaces TIPM module, ignition, grounding, etc

2011 DODGE NITRO

Filed Feb 3, 2026


The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Nitro. The contact stated that the vehicle frequently experienced electrical malfunctions, and the interior lights and windshield wipers would activate spontaneously. The “TEM” warning light was illuminated, and the radio display lights unexpectedly illuminated. Additionally, activating the turn signals unintendedly caused the wipers to activate, and the air bag warning light would remain illuminated. While the vehicle was turned off, the warning lights continued…

2010 DODGE NITRO

Filed Jan 13, 2026


The contact owns a 2010 Dodge Nitro. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the engine cranked, but the vehicle failed to start, and it became inoperable. There was no warning light illuminated. The dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact believed that the failure might be related to the Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM). The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 163,000.

2008 DODGE NITRO

Filed Dec 29, 2025


1 injured

The contact owns a 2008 Dodge Nitro. The contact stated that while the son was driving approximately 5 MPH, the front drive shaft fractured, causing the vehicle to abruptly stop, and the front driver's side and passenger's side airbags erroneously deployed. The contact stated that there was no collision during the incident. The contact's son sustained a concussion and facial injuries, causing severe swelling to the face and severe headaches. No medical treatment was received, but the son…

2007 DODGE NITRO

Filed Nov 6, 2025


The day after I bought this vehicle it had to go directly back because of the catalytic converter. I was told they replaced it but did not show me the proof nor did they give me a valid warranty card. There is something wrong with the electrical system everything flickers and it just sounds really bad. The driver side passenger side window broke because it's made of plastic. The front both passenger and driver side door handles broke off. I had to Jerry rig it. And the reason I think this…

2010 DODGE NITRO

Filed Sep 15, 2025


Passengers front seat head rest deployed on its own. The air back feature of my head rest deployed and it broke in the process. It is available for inspection. It happened when I was cleaning my car. So thank goodness not when I am driving. I was actually cleaning my car to trade it in for a dodge durango but after reading some articles that this is considered normal wear and tear also that dodge won't cover the cost for the repair and don't consider this a recall. I am highly reconsidering…

2008 DODGE NITRO

Filed Aug 31, 2025


TIPM system and/or electrical system failure. Right turn signal intermittently works when it wants to. Door locks from the inside at random or will not lock at all when using the master lock button. Now car will not start or turn over at all. Zero sound comes from he vehicle while turning the key. Commonly known problem with other Dodge Nitros and nothing being done about it. A recall needs to happen or at the very least acknowledgement from Dodge.

2008 DODGE NITRO

Filed Jun 21, 2025


I had just entered Gene Snyder Expressway going west when my throttle light started flashing and I lost gas pressure and it started going down fast and then it shut off and right in the middle of rush-hour traffic and it’s 65 mph on the expressway and People as usual go around 80 mph and I just entered and almost got slammed in the rear but luckily I got off the highway in time. I still have not been able to turn my truck over at all. It is in the throttle electrical system, which is currently…

2007 DODGE NITRO

Filed May 19, 2025


1 injured

The contact owned a 2007 Dodge Nitro. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 13V121000 (POWER TRAIN, AIR BAGS, STRUCTURE). The contact stated that while stopped, the sound of an explosion was heard, and the side air bags deployed. The contact believed the vehicle had been struck by another vehicle. The contact suffered injuries to the neck and had issues with his hearing. The contact stated that medical attention was not required. A Police report was not filed. The vehicle…

2007 DODGE NITRO

Filed May 9, 2025


Our heater core has gone out twice now, preventing us from properly being able to defrost our windows /windshield in winter and remove moisture during cooler days. It creates a substantial risk by reducing, or in some cases, completely removing visibility

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Updated May 30, 2026. Refreshed nightly.