Driving my 2007 dodge nitro on a secondary road twice and also on the highway doing 75 I had a loss of power, put my pedal to the floor and nothing. This was a recall back in 2007 but of course my VIN# was not included and it expired. How can you determine which vehicle and when it will be affected when you send out a recall? I bought the vehicle second hand and do not know what the previous owner did or did not have done. I drive my elderly mother and grandchildren in this vehicle and now I do not feel safe.when I called I was told "too bad" so now it costs me 1200.00 for a safety recall that should be honored on all of chrysler vehicles. Hopefully someone in the chrysler family will not have a bad outcome in one of their faulty vehicles.
2007 Dodge Nitro visibility complaints
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In the past two years I've had to disconnect battery several times because wipers would continuously turn on and lights on and not shut off. Air conditioner stopped working out of no where after it had been professionally refilled just a year ago. Since I purchase the vehicle from a used car dealer 3 years ago, the power train feels like it pulls on take off also makes an airplane like noise and after picking up certain speed it then drives normal. Once in a while on acceleration it feels like it loose speed or stalls. Engine light went on with code p0507 which can be any issue pertaining to higher fuel pressure. I just replaced battery last month and decided to put a more powerful one to see if maybe issues would resolved but it did not help. About 2 days ago I got the air bag light turn on. When I purchase vehicle there was a recall for the drive shaft heat shield. I took vehicle to dealer to resolve recall and at the same time I mentioned concerning how the vehicle felt and the hissing sound like an airplane taking off when first accelerating. Dodge dealer advised stated that there was a computer (PCM) update that includes some of the issues mentioned but I would have to pay. I found it funny that I would have to pay for something that they claim resolves known issues but I went ahead and paid for it specifically since in the state of florida there is no lemon law when purchasing a used vehicle is purchased as is and I'll go ahead and to mentioned the loan which did not allow me to bargain because they claim to have to used book value. Too bad for dodge not taking responsibility because the car has good power when its in working condition and it is a good looking car plus roomy for a small SUV; however, a dealer that does not take responsibility for there fault is one to stay away from.
Wipers operate on there on as soon as key is turned on. Replaced multifuntion switch, wiper switch and wiper motor. Wipers still on. Taken to dealer did recall for new relays, wipers still on. Dealer will not look at it says recall completed. Taken to independent repair shop and tipm is whats causing issue. Dodge won't fix it under recall which is causing the issue from the begining
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge nitro. The contact stated that the windshield wipers only functioned on one speed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer (somerset chrysler jeep dodge ram, 1491 brayton point rd, somerset, ma 02725, (508) 298-6806), but the failure could not be diagnosed or duplicated. The dealer stated that the windshield wipers were operating correctly. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 183,000.
I was driving my car and heard a squeaking and grinding noise while turning I felt my car jerk in the rear so I took my car to aamco total car care this evening the company told me my drive train needs to be replace and my differential seal has leak the fluid was very low from leaking out which I had them add fluid so my rear end does not lock up and cause a bad accident I also did my research on the internet happen to google my car year make and model for recalls it show a major recalls for dodge nitro safety hazard from drive trains wreaking from bad drive train also my front window washer fluid will not work on my driver side and my steering wheel feels loose as while and I have a engine light on and my wheel warning light is flashing
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge nitro. After starting the vehicle, the windshield wipers would erroneously activate and could not be turned off. While driving in the rain, the wipers suddenly turned off and stopped operating. After shutting the vehicle off and restarting the engine, the wipers activated and operated normally. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 95,556.
On or about 6:51 am. 7/20 /2015 I started to go to work, and realize it just finish raining. Wind had started to move the tree's near me. And drop quiet a bit of water on my wind shield. So I responded by turning the wiper's on and to know effect at all they did not work. Since then the weather has not been favorable. It is the only vehicle I can use that is serviceable. No crash,fire or fatality. ..updated 03/29/17
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge nitro. When the vehicle was started, the windshield wipers began to operate without engaging the windshield wiper lever. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
The wind shield wiper will not turn off , the turn signals don't work and the high beams of the car does not work. I have contacted chrysler dodge last week they have stated it is not a safety recall. My question is would this be a safety issue? Thank you
My eleven year old son put the right rear passenger side window down. Within 30 seconds of putting the window down, the power window switch and door panel began to smoke. There were large amounts of smoke and a burning smell coming from the door. The door panel became extremely hot causing him to undo his seatbelt and jump across the seat. I immediately pulled over and turned the nitro off killing power to the switch. The switch continued to burn and smoke for more than five minutes after I turned the truck off and got my family to safety.
Back brake lights go out continuously. I have had them replaced several times while under warranty. Lights are still going out but now my extended warranty is over. Dealership said they would have to run a diagnostic test before they could find out what is wrong. This is very concerning because it is a documented problem since the first year I purchased the car in 2007 and the problem still exists. My rear windows stopped working, had to have them replaced which I found odd because I hardly used the back windows. Driver's side handle has snapped in half. This makes for a safety issue because I cannot get out of the car without rolling down the window and then unlocking myself then roll up the window before turning off my car. Also, the power window control has snapped off as well for controlling the front passenger window. I'm concerned I will be trapped in my vehicle if I continue to lose power functions to the car. Heating unit works sporadically. Took it to local mechanic he fixed it. It worked temporarily and then stopped. Called dealership and once again was told that they would have to perform a diagnostic test; which is understandable if this was the only problem, but unfortunately this is not.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge nitro. The contact stated that the driver and passenger side front door handles became detached from the vehicle. The contact also mentioned that the driver's side front window failed to operate. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted about the failure. The failure mileage was 101,422.
Driving north on interstate I-75 in heavy traffic due to an accident, my horn started sounding, my windshield wipers activated and windshield washer fluid started flooding the windshield. I pulled over and shut the vehicle off and restarted the vehicle normally. Approximately, two months later, I attempted to unlock my car remotely using my key and the horn started blaring, the windshield wipers activated and the windshield washer fluid sprayed continuously. I called dodge chrysler corporation to see if they could offer assistance. They told me which fuses to pull. I had to disconnect the battery to stop the horn, then pulled the fuses and reconnected the battery. I was able to replace the fuses and drive home. Dodge chrysler told me to contact my dealer if it did it again. On september 14, 2013. I attempted to unlock my car using my remote key and everything happened again. I disconnected the battery and pulled the fuses but after reconnecting the battery and reinstalling the fuses, the problem persisted. I contacted dodge chrysler and they transferred me to my local dealer. I took the car in first thing monday morning but the service department could not replicate the problem and no codes were stored. I picked up my vehicle that evening and within 3 miles of the dealership, my nitro horn, wipers and washer fluid all activated. I immediately returned to the dealer and left my car. The service department was able to replicate the problem but dodge chrysler would offer no cost assistance to replace a faulty tipm (totally integrated power module). I was informed that I would have to pay for the $750 repair myself. There are numerous reports of this and other incidents involving the tipm for not only dodge but chrysler and jeep products. Dodge chrysler jeep corporation needs to be held accountable.
The window control panel on driver side the two front button broke off. Have to replace the whole arm control panel.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge nitro. The contact stated that after the vehicle was repaired under the federal safety agency campaign number: 09v438000 (visibility) and driving approximately 25 MPH, the right turning signal and the windshield wipers powered on independently. The wipers stopped in the middle of the windshield. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The technician was unable to diagnose the failure and did not offer any further assistance. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 53,000 and the current mileage was 53,300. The VIN was not available.
Without warning or vehicle hesitation, the motor stalled and I lost all power steering and brakes. Fortunately I was in a residential area and I pulled into a driveway and attempted to re-start my vehicle without success. Vehicle was towed to the local dodge dealer where they determined the tipm (totally integrated power module) had failed and would have to be replaced at a cost of approximately $625.00 +$85.00 to the towing company. I have also had issues with the wiper relays twice (which are part of safety recall j28) once before the recall under warranty and now had it replaced with the tipm. Since the wiper relay is part of the tipm, I wonder if the complete failure of the tipm is related or maybe faulty tipm;s are causing the wiper relay problem.
After filling up my 2007 dodge nitro gas spew out with force on myself and the side of the SUV. When unlocking or locking my vehicle sometime the cooling fan and radio will turn on. Both of my back windows don't not work.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge nitro. The contact stated when driving various speeds, all of the warning lights would illuminate sporadically. The vehicle would then become hesitant, stall and restart independently. The vehicle was inspected by a dealer and an independent mechanic, and both advised her that they were unable to diagnose the failure. In addition, all of the exterior door handles were fractured. The vehicle was inspected by a dealer and they advised her that she needed to replace all of the door handles. All of the door handles except for the drivers side were replaced. In addition, all of the windows would only operate partially when attempting to open and close them. The vehicle was not repaired for the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 30,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge nitro. The contact stated that the front windshield wipers would not engage in rainy or wet weather conditions. The vehicle was inspected by the dealer and they advised that the windshield motor would need to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired for the second time within three years. The failure mileage was approximately 1,600.
The wiper blades stopped working during a rain storm and the turn signals wouldn't work, couldn't turn the head lamps off or on.
Tl*the contact owns a 2007 dodge nitro. The contact referenced the federal safety agency recall campaign id number: 09v438000, visibility, windshield wiper/washer. While driving 30 MPH in a rain storm the contact stated that the windshield wipers failed to function. She took her vehicle into the dealer when her windshield wipers stopped working. The contact was responsible for paying $155.63 to repair the vehicle; however, the dealer stated that the recall repair had previously been performed in february 2010. She stated that the dealer presented her with a recall letter that she did not receive in the mail. The failure mileage was 38,000 and the current mileage was 42,000.
Recall- tipm windshield wiper relays on 2007 dodge nitro. *bf the recall notice stated the inspection would take less than 1/2 hour. If new relays were required it would take about 1 hour. However, when the consumer arrived at the dealership, he was told it may take 2 hours. The consumer stated the dealer was not being honest.
Tl*the contact owns a 2007 dodge nitro. With the heater settings on the high and low selections, the air that came from the floor vents produced a lot of cold air. The contact stated that there was warm air coming from the vents above. He took the vehicle to the dealer twice. The first time, the vehicle was with the dealer for three days and they were unable to find any failure. The second time, the vehicle was in the shop for approximately three weeks. The contact was informed that the vehicle was not 100% repaired, and the foam placed under the console on the driver side cut down on some of the cold air coming from the vents. A chrysler representative was notified to inspect the vehicle. The contact had an appointment scheduled for april 2, 2008, but it was rescheduled for april 3, 2008. The current mileage was 10,852 and failure mileage was 8,000. Updated 04/29/08. *lj the consumer was informed there was a design flaw with the heating system. The consumer stated the vehicle overheated. Updated
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