2008 Dodge Nitro vs 2010 Dodge Nitro
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2008 Dodge Nitro | 2010 Dodge Nitro |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 393 | 78 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 59 | 68 |
| Investigations | 1 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 17 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 12 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17–19 | 17–18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 80,000 mi | 73,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Nitro | Dodge Nitro |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 198 | 26 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 66 | 3 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 46 | 10 |
| Exterior Lighting | 38 | 4 |
| Engine | 29 | 9 |
| Visibility/wiper | 37 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 27 | 8 |
| Air Bags | 23 | 12 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 40 | 7 |
| Check engine light | 12 | 0 |
| Won’t start | 11 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 8 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 8 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 6 | 0 |
2008 Dodge Nitro
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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.