Tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge nitro. The contact stated that the electrical system was faulty and all of the electrical components worked intermittently, including the windshield wipers and horn. In addition, the engine continued to run when the keys were removed from the ignition. The dealer diagnosed the vehicle with a faulty tipm module and advised the contact to have it replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. No repairs were performed since the part needed for repairs was on a national backorder. The current mileage was 65,000 and the approximate failure mileage was 64,500. The vin was unavailable.
Vehicle safety record
2005 Dodge Nitro Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2005 Dodge Nitro with NHTSA, most often about the electrical system (1). There are no recalls for it.
NHTSA data checked
AFar fewer problems than a typical Nitro year, for its age
#440 most complained-about 2005 vehicle
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 0
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2005 Dodge Nitro problems
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No recalls for the 2005 Dodge Nitro
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2005 Dodge Nitro. Recalls can be announced at any time - this page updates daily.
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1 complaints about the 2005 Dodge Nitro
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Dodge Nitro: every year compared
All Nitro years2005 Dodge Nitro vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 Dodge Nitro | 1 | 0 | A | |
| 2005 Dodge Durango | 1,567 | 9 | F | Compare |
| 2005 Dodge Ram 1500 | 1,214 | 7 | F | Compare |
| 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan | 995 | 6 | F | Compare |
| 2005 Dodge Magnum | 638 | 7 | F | Compare |
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| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 470 | 7 | F | Compare |
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| 2005 Dodge Ram 3500 | 196 | 7 | F | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2005 Dodge Nitro
Does the 2005 Dodge Nitro have any recalls?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2005 Dodge Nitro right now. Recalls can be announced at any time, and this page checks NHTSA every day. You can also check your exact vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Dodge Nitro?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the electrical system (1).
How many complaints has the 2005 Dodge Nitro had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on September 9, 2011 and the latest on September 9, 2011. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2005 Dodge Nitro a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 100 out of 100 (grade A: far fewer problems than a typical Dodge Nitro year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Dodge Nitro years have the most complaints?
2007 (825), 2008 (393), 2011 (122). See every Dodge Nitro year compared.
What should I do if my 2005 Dodge Nitro has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data