The ignition switch snapped back and turns the key off resulting in a complete engine and electrical shut down at speed. The steering and brakes do not work at that point. It happened twice while going 70 MPH on the freeway. One additional time, the ignition switched snapped back, and the engine turned off, then back on again. Johnson auto plaza in brighton, co, told me it's a known issue, and the switch is now af or in its 5th generation. This replacement just cost me $593.00. Please put a notice out there and force ram to issue a recall for free or else this could end up killing people.
The worst 2012 Dodge Nitro problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Airbags1
- Electrical1
Problems by type
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- Airbags1
- Electrical1
Recalls 1
Air bags
- What is wrong
- Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Sebring and 200 vehicles manufactured June 28, 2011, through December 13, 2012; model year 2011-2013 Dodge Avenger vehicles manufactured June 25, 2011, through January 14, 2013; model year 2011-2012 Dodge Nitro vehicles manufactured June 17, 2011, through December 15, 2011; and model year 2011-2012 Jeep Liberty vehicles manufactured June 17, 2011, through August 15, 2012. Electrical over-stress of a resistor in the occupant restraint control module may lead to the non-deployment of the active head restraints during a rear impact collision.
- Risk
- In the event of a crash necessitating the deployment of the active head restraints , their non-deployment could increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will flash the Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM) or replace the occupant restraint control module, as needed, free of charge. The recall began on November 19, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1‑800‑247‑9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N38.
Recall number 13V282000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2012 Dodge Nitro 63
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Lifter
- Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair...
- Lubrication and Maintenance Fluids If MOPAR fluids and chemicals are not readily available, please review...
- WiTECH Small Leak Verification Test (SLVT)
- Approved Use of Weld Through Primers This bulletin documents the FCA US LLC position regarding the use of...
- If a Mopar oil filter is not available, use a filter that meets or exceeds USCAR36 specification and is...
- Oil Filter If a Mopar Oil Filter is not available, use a filter that meets or exceeds USCAR36...
- Issue involves overheating, running hot, coolant leaks and related symptoms after a Mopar replacement...
- Gear Ratio DTC?s, Transmission Shift Concerns, Does Not Shift At Times, Shudders
- Transmission Kit with Torque Converter 1. All Promaster (VF) 3.6L/62TE equipped vehicles
What 2012 Dodge Nitro owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
We were notified that there was a recall on our dodge nitro. However dodge has made it as difficult as possible to have this recall corrected in the hopes you won't take your vehicle in and they won't have to spend money or time correcting the problem. In order to have a our vehicle recall corrected we were told that we had to bring in our vehicle in monday through friday so it during normal working hours so it could be inspected. After they inspect it they tell you there is a problem and you will have to make another appointment monday through friday during normal working hours. This now requires you to take off time during work twice but you are also without a vehicle for the entire time they decide they want to hold onto it.
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Questions about the 2012 Dodge Nitro
Is the 2012 Dodge Nitro reliable?
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2012 Dodge Nitro, fewer than a typical Nitro model year.
What is the 2012 Dodge Nitro year score?
The 2012 Dodge Nitro scores 95 out of 100 (good). The score compares it with the other model years of the Dodge Nitro: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.
What is the most common problem with the 2012 Dodge Nitro?
Airbags, with 1 complaint. Next is electrical (1).
How many recalls does the 2012 Dodge Nitro have?
1 recall, covering air bags.
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