2011 Dodge Nitro air bags problems
24 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the air bags on the 2011 Dodge Nitro — 20% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Airbags: This vehicle has had a recall for a "Ram" emblem being placed over the airbag such that it becomes a projectile in an airbag depleyment. Dodge makes it very difficult to avail of getting it removed. I am not close to the dealership, I am very busy and somewhat disabled. Since the first…”
filed Jan 11, 2023
“Airbag symbol keeps jumping on and dinging and their is a malfunctioning of the airbag which showed after being but on a machine. The tire even when changed or applying air the light still jumps on like it’ has low air pressure. And the electrical the door lock n unlock is backwards lock will be…”
filed Dec 29, 2022
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- These vehicles may have a loose or missing brand emblem in the center of the steering…Campaign 20V396000 · Jul 7, 2020
- Electrical over-stress of a resistor in the occupant restraint control module may lead to…Campaign 13V282000 · Jul 2, 2013
Related service bulletins
Customer Satisfaction Notification Y22 Driver Airbag Emblem
Y22 Combo Rev1 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Nov 23, 2021
Air Bags problems in other Nitro years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 Nitro | 12 | 15% |
| 2009 Nitro | 4 | 17% |
| 2008 Nitro | 23 | 6% |
| 2007 Nitro | 41 | 8% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2011 Dodge Nitro
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.