2007 Dodge Nitro 4x4 problems
Verdict · NHTSA data
One of the years to avoid
With 328 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 1.9 times the median Nitro 4x4 year — the 2007 model ranks #1 of 2 Nitro 4x4 years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.
Electrical System leads the complaint categories with 82 reports (25% of the total).
328
NHTSA complaints
0
Recalls
2
Investigations
5
Crash-involved
7
Fires reported
2
Injuries
0
Deaths
—
NCAP overall
How does 2007 compare to other Nitro 4x4 years?
What are the most common 2007 Dodge Nitro 4x4 problems?
| Component | Complaints | Share | vs prior year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 82 | 25% | new |
| Fuel System | 74 | 23% | new |
| Body & Structure | 29 | 9% | new |
| Engine | 22 | 7% | new |
| Visibility & Wipers | 20 | 6% | new |
| Transmission | 19 | 6% | new |
| Brakes | 18 | 5% | new |
| Latches & Locks | 12 | 4% | new |
| Tires & Wheels | 11 | 3% | new |
| Airbags | 10 | 3% | new |
| Other | 9 | 3% | new |
| Speed Control | 7 | 2% | new |
| Lighting | 5 | 2% | new |
| Steering | 4 | 1% | new |
| Suspension | 3 | 1% | new |
| Climate Control (A/C & Heat) | 1 | 0% | new |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 0% | new |
| Seats | 1 | 0% | new |
Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA
Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.
“DRIVERS DOOR MASTER AUTOMATIC LOCKS SWITCH CAUGHT FIRE, THERE WERE NO INJURIES TO PEOPLE. BURNED THE DOOR WELL, REMOVED THE SWITCH AFTERWARDS AND IT STILL ARCS WHEN PLACED INTO THE VEHICLE AGAIN. DODGE NOTIFIED AND TECH CHECKED VEHICLE AND FILED A REPORT ON OR ABOUT 4/19/2012. NOW HAVING ISSUES…”
“FUEL SPILLS OUT ALL OVER THE GROUND WHEN FUELING THE VEHICLE. STARTED ABOUT A YEAR AGO WHEN MILEAGE WAS AROUND 47,000. NOW AT 68,000 IT IS STILL DOING IT. I HAVE TO GUESS WHEN TO STOP FUELING. PLEASE RECALL THIS VEHICLE AGAIN. VERY DANGEROUS AND NOT GOOD FOR THE ENVIRONMENT WHEN FUEL SPILLS ONTO…”
“POSSIBLE DEFECT ON A 2007 DODGE NITRO THAT IS GOING TO BE RESOLD AT AN AUTO AUCTION ON 12/10/2009. THE ISSUE HAS BEEN REPORTED TO DODGE/CHRYSLER AND TO THE DEALERSHIP THAT SOLD US THE CAR. THIS CAR IS DANGEROUS, WAS DANGEROUS WHEN IT WAS SOLD TO US. I WILL BE MORE THAN HAPPY TO SHARE THE INCIDENT…”
“I HAVE A 2007 NITRO RT AND IT HAS BEEN IN THE SHOP FOR UNCONTROLLED ACCELERATION. THIS WAS THE FIRST TIME THIS HAS OCCURRED. IT HAS BEEN LOOKED AT BY THE DEALERSHIP, CHRYSLER AND AN INDEPENDENT ENGINEER AND THEY CANNOT DIAGNOSE THE PROBLEM. THE INCIDENT OCCURRED ONE MORNING WHEN TRYING TO PARK MY…”
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 DODGE NITRO 4X4. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ELECTRONIC ABS CONTROL MODULE CAUSED A DELAY IN BRAKING WHEN COASTING UPHILL. IN ADDITION, BOTH REARVIEW MIRRORS EXHIBITED A BLIND SPOT. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE BUT OFFERED NO ASSISTANCE. THE FAILURE…”
2007 Dodge Nitro 4x4 — common questions
Is the 2007 Dodge Nitro 4x4 reliable?
NHTSA data argues against it: 328 complaints put the 2007 model at #1 of 2 Nitro 4x4 years. It is one of the Nitro 4x4 years to avoid.
What are the most common 2007 Nitro 4x4 problems?
According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are electrical system (82 complaints), fuel system (74 complaints), body & structure (29 complaints).
Does the 2007 Dodge Nitro 4x4 have recalls?
No. NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2007 Dodge Nitro 4x4.
Is the 2007 Dodge Nitro 4x4 under NHTSA investigation?
NHTSA opened 2 investigations into this model year; all are now closed.
Which Dodge Nitro 4x4 years should you avoid?
Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Nitro 4x4 years to avoid are 2007. The cleanest record among Nitro 4x4 years belongs to 2009.
Related
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.