Does the 2010 Dodge Nitro have any recalls?

3 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: air bags, steering, service brakes, hydraulic. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.

How do I check if my 2010 Dodge Nitro recall has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Dodge dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 2010 Dodge Nitro?

78 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.

2010 Dodge Nitro recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

3 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 2010 Dodge Nitro. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

Has your Dodge been repaired?

Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.

NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. Recall repairs are free.

2010 Dodge Nitro recalls, newest first

July 7, 2020NHTSA 20V396000925,239 vehicles potentially affected

Air bags › Frontal › Driver side › Inflator module

Summary: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2008-2010 Chrysler Town and Country and Dodge Grand Caravan and 2007-2011 Dodge Nitro vehicles. These vehicles may have a loose or missing brand emblem in the center of the steering wheel. The loose emblem or the securing nuts for the emblem within the driver air bag module may become projectiles in the event of a driver air bag deployment.
Consequence: Projectiles as a result of driver air bag deployment in the event of a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's air bag cover with a redesigned cover, free of charge. The recall began February 11, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W09.
Components: Air bags › Frontal › Driver side › Inflator module; Steering › Steering wheel/handle bar

This recall on nhtsa.gov

July 7, 2010NHTSA 10V31500020,626 vehicles potentially affected

Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Master cylinder

Summary: 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.
Consequence: 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.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

January 11, 2010NHTSA 10V00900020,045 vehicles potentially affected

Service brakes, hydraulic

Summary: 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.
Consequence: 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.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 78 complaints about the 2010 Dodge Nitro with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported: 3
Fires reported: 2
Injuries reported: 4
Deaths reported: 0

Most complained-about components

Electrical system24
Air bags12
Fuel/propulsion system10
Engine9
Service brakes9

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Questions

Does the 2010 Dodge Nitro have any recalls?: 3 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: air bags, steering, service brakes, hydraulic. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 2010 Dodge Nitro recall has been fixed?: Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Dodge dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2010 Dodge Nitro?: 78 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.