Dodge Nitro 4X2 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 99 owner complaints and 1 safety recall on file for the Dodge Nitro 4X2, across 2 model years (2007–2009). The 2007 model year has the most complaints (95). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
Dodge Nitro 4X2 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Nitro 4X2 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2007 Nitro 4X2: 95 complaints, 1 recall
- 2009 Nitro 4X2: 4 complaints, 0 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Dodge Nitro 4X2 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 40 | 2 | 1 |
| Power Train | 21 | 1 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 10 | 1 | 2 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 10 | 1 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 9 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 8 | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 8 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine | 6 | 1 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 5 | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 5 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Equipment | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Seats | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Dodge Nitro 4X2 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 Nitro 4X2 | 4 | 0 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2007 Nitro 4X2 | 95 | 1 | — | Electrical System |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Dodge Nitro 4X2 years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2007 (95), 2009 (4). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Dodge Nitro 4X2?
Electrical System, with 40 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Dodge Nitro 4X2 have?
1 safety recall across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.