2009 Dodge Nitro 2WD recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2009 Dodge Nitro 2WD; the most frequently affected component is air bags — inflator module. Owners filed 36 complaints, most often about electrical system. Among the 5 model years of this model in the database, 2009 ranks #5 for number of recalls.

Recalls1

Complaints36

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Recalls (1)

Air bags — Inflator moduleCampaign 20V396000 · 07 Jul 2020

Problem: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2008-2010 Chrysler Town and Country and Dodge Grand Caravan and 2007-2011 Dodge Nitro vehicles. These vehicles may have a loose or missing brand emblem in the center of the steering wheel. The loose emblem or the securing nuts for the emblem within the driver air bag module may become projectiles in the event of a driver air bag deployment.

Risk: Projectiles as a result of driver air bag deployment in the event of a crash can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's air bag cover with a redesigned cover, free of charge. The recall began February 11, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W09.

What owners complain about

Share of the 24 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.

Electrical system10 · 42%

Air bags4 · 17%

Latches/locks/linkages4 · 17%

Fuel system3 · 12%

Gasoline3 · 12%

Fuel/propulsion system3 · 12%

Wheels2 · 8%

Unknown or other2 · 8%

When complaints were filed

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From owner complaints

I was driving the vehicle. I came to a complete stop at a stop sign. For no apparent reason, the air bag light came on and stayed on. I consulted with the manufacturer dealer where the vehicle was purchased. The dealer claimed there was no recall for the nitro air bag when in fact chrysler mini-vans were under recall…
Air bags · Dec 2013 · NHTSA complaint record

Takata recall / several times my 4wd will get a service 4wd light and i will lose 4wd. This time i was sitting still in neutral and turned my selector switch from 2wd to 4wd and received the serv 4wd light. Dodge dealership as well as locally owned shops are at a loss of what's wrong. After many searches online i find…
Electrical system · Dec 2018 · NHTSA complaint record

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 dodge nitro. The contact stated that the front passenger, rear driver, and rear passenger side electronic power door locks failed. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic, who diagnosed that the integrated control module needed to be replaced. The part was to be ordered though a dealer…
Electrical system · Nov 2014 · NHTSA complaint record

While pumping my gas the gas began to backflow up in poor everywhere and all over the car and the ground at the gas station and on my hands. This clearly is unsafe for one it is a huge fire hazard it is dangerous towards ones health and also the environment. I have read elsewhere of other people numerous people with…
Fuel system · May 2011 · NHTSA complaint record

How this year compares

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Source

Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.

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