https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-nitro New NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for the Dodge Nitro. en-us Sun, 20 Sep 2026 17:45:52 GMT https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-nitro https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-nitro#complaint-2172977 Tue, 03 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT 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 warni https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-nitro https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-nitro#complaint-2165951 Tue, 13 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT 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). T https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-nitro https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-nitro#complaint-2161048 Mon, 29 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT 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 sev https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-nitro https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-nitro#complaint-2161049 Mon, 29 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT 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 sev https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-nitro https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-nitro#complaint-2161050 Mon, 29 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT 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 sev https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-nitro https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-nitro#complaint-2146394 Thu, 06 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT 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 passe https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-nitro https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-nitro#complaint-2146395 Thu, 06 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT 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 passe https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-nitro https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-nitro#complaint-2146396 Thu, 06 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT 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 passe https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-nitro https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-nitro#complaint-2130588 Mon, 15 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT 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 https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-nitro https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-nitro#complaint-2125841 Sun, 31 Aug 2025 00:00:00 GMT 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 hap https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-nitro https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-nitro#complaint-2102666 Sat, 21 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMT 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 b https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-nitro https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-nitro#complaint-2093379 Mon, 19 May 2025 00:00:00 GMT 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 https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-nitro https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-nitro#complaint-2093380 Mon, 19 May 2025 00:00:00 GMT 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 https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-nitro https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-nitro#complaint-2093381 Mon, 19 May 2025 00:00:00 GMT 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 https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-nitro https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-nitro#complaint-2090545 Fri, 09 May 2025 00:00:00 GMT 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 https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-nitro https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-nitro#complaint-2089081 Mon, 05 May 2025 00:00:00 GMT Ever since I bought this vehicle, I have been having issues with it registering the key, which keeps causing an automatic security alert system to shut down my vehicle the moment I start it. I've already replaced the battery to my car. I've already had locksmiths examined the issue and nobody can seem to find the problem. The issue with the car is definitely a security issue. The car shuts dow https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-nitro https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-nitro#complaint-2089082 Mon, 05 May 2025 00:00:00 GMT Ever since I bought this vehicle, I have been having issues with it registering the key, which keeps causing an automatic security alert system to shut down my vehicle the moment I start it. I've already replaced the battery to my car. I've already had locksmiths examined the issue and nobody can seem to find the problem. The issue with the car is definitely a security issue. The car shuts dow https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-nitro https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-nitro#complaint-2089083 Mon, 05 May 2025 00:00:00 GMT Ever since I bought this vehicle, I have been having issues with it registering the key, which keeps causing an automatic security alert system to shut down my vehicle the moment I start it. I've already replaced the battery to my car. I've already had locksmiths examined the issue and nobody can seem to find the problem. The issue with the car is definitely a security issue. The car shuts dow https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-nitro https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-nitro#complaint-2085937 Fri, 25 Apr 2025 00:00:00 GMT This 2007 Dodge Nitro R/T 4x4 electrically stalled and died at 65mph on the [XXX] . This is the 3rd time it has stalled out electrically. The vehicle was inspected and told bad TIMP. Told the G25 RECALL should be placed on this vehicle. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6) https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-nitro https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-nitro#complaint-2072086 Fri, 07 Mar 2025 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Nitro. The contact stated that the air bag warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an unknown dealer, where the vehicle was repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 13V121000 (Power Train, Air Bags, Structure); however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of t https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-nitro https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-nitro#complaint-2072087 Fri, 07 Mar 2025 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Nitro. The contact stated that the air bag warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an unknown dealer, where the vehicle was repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 13V121000 (Power Train, Air Bags, Structure); however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of t https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-nitro https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-nitro#complaint-2072088 Fri, 07 Mar 2025 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Nitro. The contact stated that the air bag warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an unknown dealer, where the vehicle was repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 13V121000 (Power Train, Air Bags, Structure); however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of t https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-nitro https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-nitro#complaint-2049468 Thu, 19 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2010 Dodge Nitro. The contact stated while attempting to accelerate from being stationary, the rear driveshaft suddenly detached from the rear of the vehicle and dragged on the ground. The vehicle was later towed to the residence. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The local dealer was not https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-nitro https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-nitro#complaint-2031181 Wed, 09 Oct 2024 00:00:00 GMT I am experiencing electrical issues with my 2011 Dodge Nitro SXT. Despite replacing the alternator and battery, the SUV continues to have operational problems. Additionally, I replaced the TMP. I subsequently took the vehicle to a local mechanical shop, where it was confirmed that the issue lies with the PCM (Powertrain Control Module). I have read about a recall related to electrical issues in th https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-nitro https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-nitro#complaint-1982870 Fri, 12 Apr 2024 00:00:00 GMT ESP BAS LIGHTS (APPEARED AFTER). AS I WAS DRIVING, THE CAR FELT LIKE IT HIT A BRICK WALL EVEN THOUGH IT DIDNT, IT SLAMMED ME INTO THE STEERING WHEEL AND THEN CONTINUED DRIVING. AT THAT POINT, THE ESP BAS LIGHT CAME ON. HAVE ATTEMPTED TO CONTACT DODGE OR CHRYSLER BY PHONE WITH NO CHANCE AT REACHING A PERSON CAUSE OF ROBOTIC ANSWERING SERVICES. https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-nitro https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-nitro#complaint-1982871 Fri, 12 Apr 2024 00:00:00 GMT ESP BAS LIGHTS (APPEARED AFTER). AS I WAS DRIVING, THE CAR FELT LIKE IT HIT A BRICK WALL EVEN THOUGH IT DIDNT, IT SLAMMED ME INTO THE STEERING WHEEL AND THEN CONTINUED DRIVING. AT THAT POINT, THE ESP BAS LIGHT CAME ON. HAVE ATTEMPTED TO CONTACT DODGE OR CHRYSLER BY PHONE WITH NO CHANCE AT REACHING A PERSON CAUSE OF ROBOTIC ANSWERING SERVICES. https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-nitro https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-nitro#complaint-1982872 Fri, 12 Apr 2024 00:00:00 GMT ESP BAS LIGHTS (APPEARED AFTER). AS I WAS DRIVING, THE CAR FELT LIKE IT HIT A BRICK WALL EVEN THOUGH IT DIDNT, IT SLAMMED ME INTO THE STEERING WHEEL AND THEN CONTINUED DRIVING. AT THAT POINT, THE ESP BAS LIGHT CAME ON. HAVE ATTEMPTED TO CONTACT DODGE OR CHRYSLER BY PHONE WITH NO CHANCE AT REACHING A PERSON CAUSE OF ROBOTIC ANSWERING SERVICES. https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-nitro https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-nitro#complaint-1969663 Thu, 22 Feb 2024 00:00:00 GMT TIPM connectors melted. Ground wires melted. https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-nitro https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-nitro#complaint-1969664 Thu, 22 Feb 2024 00:00:00 GMT TIPM connectors melted. Ground wires melted. https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-nitro https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-nitro#complaint-1937007 Thu, 19 Oct 2023 00:00:00 GMT The vehicle throws the abs, esp,break and traction control lights and then while driving completely at random then turns off WHILE DRIVING!!!! which can cause an accident (I and my daughter are lucky to be alive) this is not ok the vehicle drives fine then at random throws those lights and shuts off after restarting it the check engine light comes on and says the transmission shift solenoid b i