2012 Dodge Nitro: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2012 Dodge Nitro: 1 recall, 2 owner complaints.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Airbags, Electrical Vehicle recall #13V282000 · 2013 · 442,320 vehicles
What's wrong: Electrical over-stress of a resistor in the occupant restraint control module May lead to the non-deployment of the active head restraints during a rear impact collision.
Why it matters: In the event of a crash necessitating the deployment of the active head restraints , their non-deployment could increase the risk of injury.
The fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will flash the totally integrated power module (tipm) or replace the occupant restraint control module, as needed, free of charge. The recall began on November 19, 2013.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Equipment Adaptive/Mobility (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Airbags (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Electrical (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2012 Dodge Nitro has 2 owner complaints, ranking #6 of 7 Nitro model years for complaints (well below the 159 average). Neighboring years: 2011 (122 complaints, 3 recalls).
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FAQ
Does the 2012 Dodge Nitro have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2012 Dodge Nitro. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2012 Dodge Nitro problems?
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are equipment adaptive/mobility (1), airbags (1), electrical (1).
Where can I get a 2012 Dodge Nitro repair manual?
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