Worst 2009 Dodge Nitro Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Electrical Faults
Airbags
Latches / Locks
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2009 Dodge Nitro.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Faults | 10 | — | — | 108,962 mi | |
| Airbags | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Latches / Locks | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline Fuel System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly:Filler Pipe And Cap | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Body Structure | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 1 | — | — | — |
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Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2009 Dodge Nitro. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Recalls for 2009 Dodge Nitro
1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~925,239 vehicles.
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.
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2009 Dodge Nitro — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2009 Dodge Nitro reliable?
What are common problems with the 2009 Dodge Nitro?
At what mileage do problems start on the 2009 Dodge Nitro?
Does the 2009 Dodge Nitro have any recalls?
Should I buy a 2009 Dodge Nitro?
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Dodge Nitro reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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