The contact owns a 2010 Dodge Nitro. The contact stated that the spring inside the parking brake had become defective causing the parking brake to not operate as needed. The dealer had been notified of the failure and the contact was informed that there were no recalls on the vehicle regarding the failure. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.
2010 Dodge Nitro brakes problems
10 complaints (13% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 56,800.
- owner complaints
- 10
- of this car's complaints
- 13%
- typical mileage
- 56,800
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 2
Which part fails
Owners did not name a specific part.
At what mileage
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Dodge Nitro brakes problems in other years
Related recalls
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: master cylinder
- What is wrong
- Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2010 left hand drive jeep liberty, dodge nitro and ram 1500 truck; right and left hand drive jeep wrangler vehicles. These vehicles may have been built with an improperly formed master cylinder to hydraulic control unit (hcu) brake tube assembly end flare.
- Risk
- This could lead to loss of brake fluid and reduced braking performance increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the brake tubes free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during august 2010. Owners may contact chrysler toll-free at 1‑800‑853‑1403.
Recall number 10V315000 · Recall details
Service brakes, hydraulic
- What is wrong
- Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2010 chrysler sebring; dodge avenger and nitro; jeep liberty, commander and grand cherokee; and model year 2009-2010 dodge ram truck. These vehicles may have been built with an improperly formed or missing brake booster input rod retaining clip.
- Risk
- This could result in brake failure without warning which could cause a crash.
- Remedy
- Chrysler will replace the brake booster input rod retaining clip free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during february 2010. Owners may contact chrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.
Recall number 10V009000 · Recall details
What 2010 Dodge Nitro owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tipm flashing , wipers do not work, ABS light on- speed will not go over 40 and takes a while to reach speed. Acts as if the vehicle is running out of gas, brakes not working properly
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 dodge nitro. While driving 65 MPH, the contact detected a burning rubber odor inside the vehicle. After releasing the brake pedal, the brakes failed to release from the rotors. The contact had to depress the accelerator pedal with extra force to accelerate. The vehicle was taken to tri-county chrysler, dodge, jeep, ram (1290 hebron rd, heath, oh 43056, (740) 522-3153) to be diagnosed, but the cause of the failure could not be determined. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 52,000.
Tl* the contact's girlfriend owns a 2010 dodge nitro. On several occasions, while the brake pedal was depressed, the vehicle failed to stop completely. While the brake pedal was depressed, the pedal inadvertently traveled to the floorboard. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the booster and master cylinder needed to be replaced. The contact called bob frensley chrysler jeep dodge ram fiat at (615) 859-0000 (2210 gallatin pike n, madison, tn 37115) where it was confirmed that there were no recalls. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact referenced the federal safety agency campaign number: 10v009000 (service brakes, hydraulic). The manufacturer was notified of the failure where it was confirmed that no recall was associated with the VIN. The approximate failure mileage was 128,000.
Power locks don't work, windshield wiper spray doesn't work, brake lights won't work have replaced the bulbs several times paid to have diagnostics the tipm is out
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 dodge nitro. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle failed to restart on the first attempt. The contact also indicated that the traction control and ABS systems would randomly stop operating causing the driver to loose control of the vehicle. In addition, the contact indicated that while the vehicle was parked on a hill the park/brake interlock failed and the vehicle began to roll. The check engine light had also illuminated and the vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the engine was misfiring but the cause of the failures were not determined. The manufacturer was notified of the failures. The failure mileage was 500.
Esp. Anti lock brakes, and bas light came on dash, vehicle jerked to side, no anti lock brakes, or stability control. Had to shut truck off to reset.
I have filled my brake fluid twice in the last 6 month and have noticed brake fluid in my driveway. I was first alarmed of low fluid when a brake warning light came on the dash display. I brakes felt extremely spongy.
I have had problems ever since I have had this vehicle. First my A/C unit went out, the dodge dealership put a dye in my unit to find a leak, there was not leak so they filled it with freon and I was on my way. A few months later the same think happened again and they filled it again and could not find a leak. Then it happened again and finally they said my compressor went out (mind you this was a brand new vehicle!!) so they replaced it. This was the first 2 years I had it. Then I had issues with my gear shifter and some wire that attached it to my gas pedal or something according to them. I had taken it in and told them my car kept stalling and would not start at all, they took a look at it and the cable had snapped, so they replaced it. This was the second year I have had it. Now the past month or so, all my lights are coming on and the bright red brake light comes on and stays on for a few minutes. Then my car will stall in the middle of traffic at a red light and sometimes when I get started driving. I seriously loved this car at first, but I would never recommend this vehicle to anyone, nor would I ever buy one ever again. I think they need to get me another vehicle asap, cause this one is a death trap waiting to happen!
Was backing out of driveway and was not able to brake. Brake pedal got hard would not let me press all the way. It would only let me press it halfway. Kept pressing until it finally decided to stop. Almost hit a truck that was passing by.
Questions about the 2010 Dodge Nitro brakes
Does the 2010 Dodge Nitro have brakes problems?
Owners have filed 10 complaints about the brakes of the 2010 Dodge Nitro, 13% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2010 Dodge Nitro brakes problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 56,800 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2010 Dodge Nitro brakes?
Yes, 2 recalls: 10V315000, 10V009000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Dodge Nitro have bad brakes?
The Dodge Nitro model years with the most brakes complaints are 2008 (33 complaints), 2007 (26 complaints) and 2010 (10 complaints).
Other 2010 Dodge Nitro problems
Electrical 26Fuel system 13Airbags 12Engine 11Driver assistance 6Transmission 5Acceleration 4Lights 4Steering 4Locks 3Body 1Tires 1Visibility 1Wheels 1
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