2011 Dodge Nitro engine problems
16 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2011 Dodge Nitro — 13% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Tl* the contact owns a 2011 dodge nitro. After the vehicle had been driven a short distance and parked, it was unable to restart. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence and then towed to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be…”
filed Oct 31, 2019
“Tl* the contact owns a 2011 dodge nitro. While attempting to start the vehicle, an abnormal sound was heard and the vehicle failed to start without warning. After two attempts, the vehicle started and made an abnormal sound. The local dealer and manufacturer were not contacted. The vehicle was not…”
filed Oct 27, 2017
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Engine problems in other Nitro years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 Nitro | 9 | 12% |
| 2009 Nitro | 1 | 4% |
| 2008 Nitro | 29 | 7% |
| 2007 Nitro | 36 | 7% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2011 Dodge Nitro
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.