Dodge Nitro 4X2 Problems by Model Year
NHTSA recorded 95 consumer complaints across the 1 model years of the Dodge Nitro 4X2 (2007–2007) that have at least 5 complaints. 2007 has the most, with 95. Across all years, the part named most often is electrical system (37 mentions). Pick a model year below to see its parts, mileage, recalls and service bulletins.
All Nitro 4X2 model years
Years with fewer than 5 complaints are not listed. The score compares years of the same model, allowing for the era and for how long each year has collected complaints: 50 is a typical year, lower means fewer complaints. It is not adjusted for sales volume.
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | TSBs | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 95 | 35,750 | 1 | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
Parts named most often, all years
Counts add up complaint mentions across the listed years. A complaint can name several parts.
- Electrical system37 32%
- Transmission and drivetrain21 18%
- Fuel system18 16%
- Air bags10 8.7%
- Engine cooling9 7.8%
- Body and structure7 6.1%
- Brakes7 6.1%
- Engine6 5.2%
Example complaints
One per model year, chosen for length and detail. Personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
2007: “Breaks have gone out twice now and I have been told its because of me running with my emergency brake on. Not true and I have had to replace all breaking system. Cruise control does not work while on hwy took it to dealership 3 times and they said it works. I have had electrical issues with window motors and wipers along with cruise control”
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About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Methodology