2009 Dodge Nitro vs 2011 Dodge Nitro
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2009 Dodge Nitro | 2011 Dodge Nitro |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 24 | 122 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 50 | 86 |
| Investigations | 1 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17–18 | 17–18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 95,717 mi | 63,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Nitro | Dodge Nitro |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 10 | 54 |
| Air Bags | 4 | 24 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 3 | 14 |
| Engine | 1 | 16 |
| Power Train | 1 | 16 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 10 |
| Service Brakes | 0 | 9 |
| Steering | 2 | 6 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 0 | 10 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 9 |
2009 Dodge Nitro
2011 Dodge Nitro
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.