2011 Dodge Nitro engine problems
Owners reported engine problems in 17 complaints for the 2011 Dodge Nitro, 9% of the complaints on file. It is the 3rd most reported problem area for this model year.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 17 9% of this year's complaints
- Typical mileage
- 57,000 miles 14 complaints with mileage
- Crashes and fires
- 0 and 0
- Injuries and deaths
- 0 and 0
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
When engine problems show up
View the numbers
| Mileage | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 0k to 20k miles | 2 |
| 20k to 40k miles | 3 |
| 40k to 60k miles | 2 |
| 60k to 80k miles | 3 |
| 80k to 100k miles | 2 |
| 100k to 120k miles | 0 |
| 120k to 140k miles | 1 |
| 140k to 160k miles | 1 |
| 160k to 180k miles | 0 |
| 180k to 200k miles | 0 |
| 200k+ miles | 0 |
What the data shows
Of the 14 engine complaints that report mileage, the median is about 56,000 miles, and 50% were reported before 60,000 miles.
None of the engine complaints mention a crash, fire, injury or death.
What owners wrote
While driving in the area about 30 MPH the engine just shut off and had to fight to keep the car straight to come to a stop.
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 replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer and manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 88,000. The VIN was invalid.
Other problems reported for the 2011 Dodge Nitro
- Electrical system 54 complaints
- Air bags 24 complaints
- Fuel system 17 complaints
- Drivetrain & axles 16 complaints