MYRModel Year Report

2009 Dodge Nitro 4X4

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2009 Dodge Nitro 4X4
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:28:44.436Z

Only 8 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 8 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Dodge Nitro 4X4 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2009 highlighted. 2007: 236 complaints 2007 2009: 8 complaints 2009
2009: 8 complaints
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YearComplaints
2007236
20098

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 8 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

WHEELS

2 of 8 total reports mention: wheels.

POWER TRAIN

2 of 8 total reports mention: power train.

INJURY
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 DODGE NITRO 4X4. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE VEHICLE SHOOK VIOLENTLY AND THE DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20150805

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2 of 8 total reports mention: electrical system.

TIRES

1 of 8 total reports mentions: tires.

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2009 DODGE NITRO - TPM VALVE STEMS CORROSION AT VALVE STEM RETAINING NUT -- NUT FAILS AND VALVE STEM BLOWS OUT WHILE DRIVING - TIRE GOES FLAT SO FAST OPERATOR CAN NOT STOP BEFORE TIRE IS DAMAGED AND HAS TO BE REPLACED - DEALER WILL REPLACE VALVE...

NHTSA ODI report, 20110510

TIRES

1 of 8 total reports mentions: tires.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 20140925 — DP (closed 20150724)

Totally Integrated Power Module Failure

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2009 Dodge Nitro 4X4 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for wheels issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (2 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2009 Dodge Nitro 4X4 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 4X4?

The most-reported component is wheels, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2009 Dodge Nitro 4X4 have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.