2008 Dodge Nitro vs 2008 Jeep Wrangler
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2008 Dodge Nitro | 2008 Jeep Wrangler |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 393 | 873 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 7 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 59 | 95 |
| Investigations | 1 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 17 | 15 |
| Fire reports | 12 | 25 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17–19 | 16–18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 80,000 mi | 64,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Nitro | Jeep Wrangler |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 198 | 178 |
| Air Bags | 23 | 309 |
| Steering | 12 | 156 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 66 | 71 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 46 | 69 |
| Suspension | 6 | 108 |
| Power Train | 26 | 67 |
| Engine | 29 | 37 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 40 | 30 |
| Check engine light | 12 | 0 |
| Won’t start | 11 | 19 |
| Loss of power | 8 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 8 | 10 |
| Airbag warning light | 6 | 183 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 123 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 7 |
2008 Dodge Nitro
2008 Jeep Wrangler
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.