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really awful- Crashes / Fires:
- 1 / 3
- Injuries / Deaths:
- 2 / 0
- Average Mileage:
- 60,270 miles
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The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Nitro. While driving at various speeds, the vehicle suddenly began to jerk and hesitate and the check engine light illuminated. While depressing the brake pedal to stop, the vehicle would not immediately stop and the braking distance was extended. The cause of the failure was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 113,000.
- Millsboro, DE, USA
The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Nitro. While driving 45 mph, the vehicle lost all power. The vehicle stalled in the middle of the highway in traffic. The contact also discovered that the windshield wipers and headlights still operated and the vehicle was powered off. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the tipm part needed to replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 142,000.
- Farmington , MI, USA
I own a 2007 Dodge Nitro. I recall was sent out for these vehicles but my vehicle wasn't included. My car is displaying stalled engine defects. The tipm is faulty. Many consumers are having the same complaints and Chrysler should be held accountable. The part for the vehicle is on back order. Thanks.
- Chula Vista , CA, USA
I have a 2007 Dodge Nitro with milage at 48,545. I have had a few incidents where I have been driving my car and while turning into a parking space my car has turned off on me out of no where also my stearing wheels locks up on me, thankfully this has not happened while I have been on freeway or on street driving at regular driving speeds otherwise you would have been hearing from my attorney. Also we dont get much rain in California, however during the rainy season I dont know from where but there is water getting into my car on D, leaving puddles of water in my car. Another issue is that my alarm goes off at all times of the day by itself. Also I do regular oil changes as needed on my car, in between oil chnages I notice my oil goes down substantually bout 3 to 4 quarts, and there is no leak in my car. The bottom line here is that the vehcile I purchaed is a lemon.
- Santa Ana, CA, USA
While driving on asphalt and dip, slope, and curve, the vehicle wanted to stalled and looses power. Brake light for entire ride. This power lost is consistence when going over railroad track or slope and dip motions. It been like this with power and stability since it was purchase new from the dealer. I'm the owner. The suspension system is the worst, it feel like you going to roll-over when there's a dip on the roadway.
- Sharpsburg, GA, USA
My child and I were in an accident that resulted in the complete loss of our vehicle. The bottom of car was leaking and it according to bystanders caught fire. The complaint that I have is the fact that I received the recall notice for my vehicle back in the month of may and called the local dealership for 3 months to schedule the safety recall repair of the underbody transmission tunnel shield, but every time I called I was told the parts were not available for the 3 months I tried to follow up only to learn that the transmission was leaking during the accident. I was and am really disappointed at the continuous recall notices after the fact of my attempts. Please correct this problem with the dealerships immediately. Thank you
- San Jose, CA, USA
A constant and loud ticking sound is coming from the 4.0 V6 engine, the engine stalls and there is loss of power usually when turning a corner. The engine also misfires at times when accelerating. This should be documented as a safety issue, as I am very concerned that this could potentially cause an accident in traffic.
- Newport News, VA, USA
The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Nitro. The contact stated that while driving various speeds, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was able to be restarted and was taken to a dealer however, the technician could not diagnose the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure was recurring over a two year span. The manufacturer was made aware of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 48,000.
- Spring City, PA, USA
Turned on the A/C today and the worst burning smell came through the air vents. Made my nieces sick. Pulled over and popped the hood and heard metal grinding sound and smelled like something burning. Was told I need a new compressor. This will be the second time in 6 months I'm replacing it.
- Woodland, CA, USA
In July 2013 my husband and I was on the freeway going about 70 the Nitro shut off and dash lights came on. He was able to make it to the shoulder. The car started right up. We took it to the dealer and nothing was found. No problem shutting off again until November 9, 2013. I was driving on the freeway with my children about 65 and it shut off. Once again I was able to make it to the shoulder. Took it back to the Dodge dealer this time they kept the car for about a week. The service guy informed us that they haven't found anything wrong and they were in contact with Chrysler about the problem and as soon as they find the problem they would contact us. After a week the service guy called and said they have been working with Chrysler and haven't been able to figure it out. He stated "that Chrysler wants the coils replaced but not sure if that would solve the problem that they haven't found." The repair wasn't covered by the warranty so we paid the $400. So far so good but it was 4 months from the initial shut off before it happened again. Keeping my fingers crossed!!!
- Fontana, CA, USA
On April 23, 2013 I took off from a red light at the top of a hill. As I coasted down the hill at approximately 25mph, my car's engine shut off. I was not able to use the brakes or fully turn the steering wheel. I was able to force the steering wheel slightly, enough to turn the car into a side street and yard of a home and come to a complete stop. I attempted to restart the vehicle by turning the key in the ignition. The car would not start. I removed the key from the ignition and put it back in an the car would still not start. I opened the door to completely shut down the electrical components that were still working (radio, lights, etc) and was able to restart the car successfully. I was able to drive the rest of the way home without incident. On May 13, 2013 as I was leaving work, my car would not stay running. When I put the key in the ignition, the car would start and shut off after about 7 or 8 seconds while the electrical components (lights, radio, etc) stayed running. This occurred three times. On the fourth try, the car would not start at all. I disconnected the battery and reconnected the battery and attempted to restart the car. On the second try, the car was able to start and stay running.
- Broadview Heights, OH, USA
The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Nitro. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, all warning lights illuminated then the vehicle stalled. The contact also mentioned that the failure occurred intermittently. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 60,000 and the approximate current mileage was 123,000.
- Newnan , GA, USA
Car gave no indication that there was a problem. As I started to accelerate the car just went dead. I had it towed & the shop told me the engine was blown. The pin broke & went through the piston, put a hole in it & cracked it. The shop said it was a known design flaw.
- Kenosha, WI, USA
I drove to the nearby mall, parked my Dodge Nitro, locked it, and went inside to do some shopping at radio shack, I came back out and got into my vehicle, inserted the key and turned the key when I heard a very loud thump from the front of the engine compartment. I had no electrical power. I got out of my Nitro and popped open the hood and looked inside and saw that the battery had exploded, both caps had blown off and the top of the battery was cracked wide open with battery acid pouring out. This was a very loud thump when I turned the key. I am so thankful I was not checking my power steering fluid or something like requiring the engine to be started, I could possibly been seriously injured. I call the Dodge compliant line and made a complaint. This was a Dodge factory installed battery. I have pictures of the battery. I ruined a good shirt and pair of jeans getting the battery out. I replaced the battery and so far the Nitro is doing fine. I would like some form of compensation from Dodge for clothes that got ruined and for replacing the battery. This could be a serious problem and dangerous one.
- Clarksville, IN, USA
The contact owns a 2003 Dodge Nitro (N/a). The contact was traveling 45 mph when the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact attempted to control the steering and applied the brakes but had a difficult time because the vehicle was completely off. The contact stated that every light on the instrument panel was illuminated. The driver restarted the vehicle and the vehicle drove normally. The contact stated that the failure recurred once more. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and informed that they could not determine what caused the failure. The manufacturer was notified and informed that there was nothing that could be done. The failure mileage was 50000. Updated 07/17/12
- Mt Vernon, OH, USA
- Henderson, NV, USA