2009 Dodge Nitro 4X2
Only 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 4
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2009: 4 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2007 | 95 |
| 2009 | 4 |
Known problem areas
Only 4 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Electrical system
3 of 4 total reports mention: electrical system.
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We had just pulled up to the parking lot garage of the movie theater. We turned the car off took the key out to leave but the ac blower stayed running. I went to turn it off and the alarm went crazy.
NHTSA ODI report, 2009-07-07
Also filed under Equipment
When leaving work one day I went to unlock my truck and it went crazy. Lights sirens, the works.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-03-30
Latches/locks/linkages
2 of 4 total reports mention: latches/locks/linkages, most commonly citing latch.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2009 Dodge Nitro 4X2. The contact stated that both rear exterior and interior power doors locks failed to unlock or lock.
NHTSA ODI report, 2015-09-25
Also filed under Structure
Structure
1 of 4 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing door.
Equipment
1 of 4 total reports mentions: equipment, most commonly citing air conditioner.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2014-09-25Defect petitionClosed 2015-07-24 Totally Integrated Power Module Failure
Buy-smart checklist
2009 Dodge Nitro 4X2 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Latches/locks/linkages: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Structure: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2009 Dodge Nitro 4X2 reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2009 Dodge Nitro 4X2?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 75% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2009 Dodge Nitro 4X2 have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.