Dodge Nitro 2012
Vehicle Details: Recalls, Consumer Complaints, Service Bulletins
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Where is the 2012 DODGE Nitro produced?
- The 2012 DODGE Nitro is produced in AUBURN HILLS Mi, United States (usa).
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Are there recalls for the 2012 DODGE Nitro?
- There are 2 recall(s) for the 2012 DODGE Nitro, additional information is below.
NHTSA Mandated Recalls
Recall 97607 [USA]: In the event of a crash necessitating the deployment of the active head restraints , their non-deployment could increase the risk of injury.
Recall 2013231 [Canada]: Airbag
To ensure accuracy and for your safety, it is recommended to do a free VIN recall check here or here [USA] - UK - Canada.
Bulletins
Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.
- 9100229 - EQUIPMENT: Lifter, hydraulic roller deactivating please do not replace mds lifters because the disconnecting pin is not lined up, this is normal and not a defect.
- 9100226 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Connector kit before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957a$, check it in the mopar connector repair kit website to confirm part number and applicability. There is an error with the wiring diagrams in service library that is causing
- 9100229 - SUSPENSION: Lifter, hydraulic roller deactivating please do not replace mds lifters because the disconnecting pin is not lined up, this is normal and not a defect.
- 9100226 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING: Connector kit before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957a$, check it in the mopar connector repair kit website to confirm part number and applicability. There is an error with the wiring diagrams in service library that is causing
- 9100196 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL: Lubrication and maintenance fluids if mopar fluids and chemicals are not readily available, please review service library for specifications so a suitable alternative can be used
- 1804823 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Witech small leak verification test (slvt) - P0456-evap system small leak
- S2109000004 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Issue involves overheating, running hot, coolant leaks and related symptoms after a mopar replacement engine has been installed in the vehicle.
- 9003081 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Dielectric grease this product is no longer approved for use on ignition coil and spark plug boots. Current plug boot material(silicone) is not compatible with this grease and can cause deterioration over time.
- 3100122 - STRUCTURE: Approved use of weld through primers this bulletin documents the fca us llc position regarding the use of weld through primer when using squeeze type resistance spot welding (strsw) and gas metal arc welding (gmaw) processes when welding
- S2209000004 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: If a mopar oil filter is not available, use a filter that meets or exceeds uscar36 specification and is compatible with semi and full synthetic oils.
- 3100122 - STRUCTURE: Approved use of weld through primers this bulletin documents the fca us llc position regarding the use of weld through primer when using squeeze type resistance spot welding (strsw) and gas metal arc welding (gmaw) processes when welding
- 3100122 - STRUCTURE: Approved use of weld through primers this bulletin documents the fca us llc position regarding the use of weld through primer when using squeeze type resistance spot welding (strsw) and gas metal arc welding (gmaw) processes when welding
- 2302820 - SEATS: Active head restraint (ahr) inadvertent deployment - x85 warranty extension this bulletin involves inspecting the sled bracket striker pin and possibly replacing a front seat ahr that has inadvertently deployed. Customers may comment on th
- 70322 - SEATS: Warranty bulletin d-20-17 (x85) active head restraint - select 2012-2013 jeep liberty (kk) and 2012 dodge nitro (ka) (rev. A)
- 69918 - SEATS: Warranty bulletin d-20-17 (x85) active head restraint - select 2010-2013 jeep liberty (kk) and 2010-2012 dodge nitro (ka)
- 05152029 - VISIBILITY/WIPER (PWS): Washer fluid level sensor prior to replacing this part due to "low washer fluid" tell tale light on the dash and the washer fluid bottle is full, please perform the this inspection. Inspect the sensor for a fluid coating on the sensor pi
- 9002887 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Part description: valve body assembly issue description: valve body design was changed between 2010my and 2011my applications. To prevent mix matching valve bodies and solenoid packs the connectors are color coded.~ valve bodies with
- S2109000004 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Issue involves overheating, running hot, coolant leaks and related symptoms after a mopar replacement engine has been installed in the vehicle.
- S1821000001 - POWER TRAIN: Gear ratio dtc?S, transmission shift concerns, does not shift at times, shudders
- 9004009 - POWER TRAIN: Transmission kit with torque converter 1. All promaster (vf) 3.6l/62te equipped vehicles. If the transmission bracket to the transmission case fasteners are removed during servicing, the fasteners (part number 06511385a$) are one-time usag
- 9002503 - SUSPENSION: Rhr radio issue description: issue 1: while performing rhr radio reflash (software update), on rare occasions, the flash can fail to properly update the radio resulting in the radio running in emergency ifs mode. This error condition c
- 72301 - AIR BAGS: Safety recal w09 driver air bag emblem updated dealer instructions
- 3100519 - STRUCTURE: Use of aftermarket parts this bulletin involves discussing fca us llc position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
- 3100319 - STRUCTURE: Use of salvage/recycled parts this bulletin involves discussing fca us llc position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
- 3100419 - VISIBILITY: Authentic mopar? Glass replacement this bulletin involves discussing fca us llc position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the recommended usage of authentic mopar? Glass.
- 3100619 - STRUCTURE: Repair parts used for structural repairs this bulletin involves discussing fca us llc position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
- 9003109 - VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER: Washer fluid level sensor prior to replacing this part due to "low washer fluid" tell tale light on the dash and the washer fluid bottle is full, please perform this inspection: check if float sensor is rotated off location from the bott
- 9003081 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Dielectric grease this product is no longer approved for use on ignition coil and spark plug boots. Current plug boot material(silicone) is not compatible with this grease and can cause deterioration over time.
- Z5091195A - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Res / rha / reb radio that supports bluetooth and hands-free for issues with bluetooth, hands-free calling, and/or voice commands, do not replace the radio. Diagnose the hands-free module system (also called the telematics module). The t
- 0803116 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Hands free module prompts begin erroneously.
- 9003081 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Dielectric grease this product is no longer approved for use on ignition coil and spark plug boots. Current plug boot material(silicone) is not compatible with this grease and can cause deterioration over time.
- 9003694 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE: Oil pump assembly if error code P06DD present on any pentastar v6 application, please inspect oil pump for relief valve failure. See photo attached. If valve is found out of place please call bob jackson (248) 944-0466 bob.Jackson@fcagro
- 0803116 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Hands free module prompts begin erroneously.
- 9004509 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:FLUID/LUBRICANT:FILTER/SCREEN: Oil filter if a mopar oil filter is not available, use a filter that meets or exceeds uscar36 specification and is compatible with semi and full synthetic oils. Recommended brands: wix, purolator, and napagold
- 72301 - AIR BAGS: Safety recal w09 driver air bag emblem updated dealer instructions
- 23-028-20 REV. A - SEATS: Active head restraint (ahr) inadvertent deployment - x85 warranty extension this bulletin involves inspecting the sled bracket striker pin and possibly replacinga front seat ahr that has inadvertently deployed. Customers may comment on th
- 71056 - SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT: Warranty bulletin d-20-17 (x85) active head restraint - select 2012-2013 jeep liberty (kk) and 2012 dodge nitro (ka) (rev. B)
- 23-028-20 - EQUIPMENT: Active head restraint (ahr) inadvertent deployment - x85 warranty extension this bulletin involves inspecting the sled bracket striker pin and possibly replacing a front seat ahr that has inadvertently deployed. Customers may comment on th
- 70322 - SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT: Warranty bulletin d-20-17 (x85) active head restraint - select 2012-2013 jeep liberty (kk) and 2012 dodge nitro (ka) (rev. A)
- 69918 - SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT: Warranty bulletin d-20-17 (x85) active head restraint - select 2010-2013 jeep liberty (kk) and 2010-2012 dodge nitro (ka)
- 23-028-20 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : Active head restraint (ahr) inadvertent deployment - x85 warranty extension this bulletin involves inspecting the sled bracket striker pin and possibly replacing a front seat ahr that has inadvertently deployed. Customers may comment on th
- 70322 - SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT: Warranty bulletin d-20-17 (x85) active head restraint - select 2012-2013 jeep liberty (kk) and 2012 dodge nitro (ka) (rev. A)
- 69918 - SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT: Warranty bulletin d-20-17 (x85) active head restraint - select 2010-2013 jeep liberty (kk) and 2010-2012 dodge nitro (ka)
- 23-015-20 - EQUIPMENT: Disinfectant solution recommended for covid-19
- 08-049-20 - EQUIPMENT: Charging system, battery diagnostic tools and warranty this information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are nece
- 18-039-20 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE: Possible driveability issues due to the winter-blend fuel into the warmer season
- DOR-U3S6H-02 - STRUCTURE: This sku is a power window regulator and motor assembly. The customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect the geometry of the part. There is a feature on the assembly that is intended to provide clearance to the
- DOR-X2F3G-02 - STRUCTURE: This sku is a power window regulator and motor assembly. The customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect the geometry of the part. There is a feature on the assembly that is intended to provide clearance to the
- 9004022 - SUSPENSION: Air suspension components star parts catalog has been updated to show individual service parts for the compressor assembly. This will allow service technicians to repair the root cause without over repairing the system. Replace only the pa
- 31-005-19 - EQUIPMENT: Use of aftermarket parts this bulletin involves discussing fca us llc position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
- 31-003-19 - EQUIPMENT: Use of salvage/recycled parts this bulletin involves discussing fca us llc position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
- 31-004-19 - VISIBILITY: Authentic mopar glass replacement this bulletin involves discussing fca us llc position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the recommended usage of authentic mopar glass.
- 31-006-19 - STRUCTURE: Repair parts used for structural repairs this bulletin involves discussing fca us llc position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
- 9003220 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.: Radio [res] - new and/or service exchange for res radio concerns. Use the witech 2.0 and inspect the radio part number and serial number under the radio/ecu details tab. Please verify that the radio part number and/or serial number is not
- Z5091195A$ - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM): Res / rha / reb radio that supports bluetooth and hands-free for issues with bluetooth, hands-free calling, and/or voice commands, do not replace the radio. Diagnose the hands-free module system (also called the telematics module). The t
- 9003694 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Oil pump assembly if error code P06DD present on any pentastar v6 application, please inspect oil pump for relief valve failure. See photo attached. If valve is found out of place please call bob jackson (248) 944-0466 bob.Jackson@fcagroup
- 9003681 - SEAT BELTS: Restraints information sheet (i-sheet) has been added to star parts. Print i-sheet for technician use.
- 9003687 - SEAT BELTS: Restraints remove i-sheet from packaging. Correct information sheet (i-sheet) has been added to star parts. Print i-sheet for technician use.
- 68277402A - VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL: Adaptive cruise control sensor 1) if you are replacing this part due to the cluster displaying clean radar sensor in front of vehicle or dtc C1266 acc sensor blinded, please verify that there is no blockage in front of the sensor. Blockage
- 9002503 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: Part description: rhr radio issue description: issue 1: while performing rhr radio reflash (software update), on rare occasions, the flash can fail to properly update the radio resulting in the radio running in emergency ifs mode. This er
- 08-031-16 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL: Hands free module prompts begin erroneously this bulletin involves diagnosing and based on outcome, either performing a usb flash or replacing the mopar accessory hands free module (hfm). A customer may experience the uconnect prompts be
- 9002519 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : 82212076, 82203694 - fabric cleaner this "fabric cleaner" is not intended for sale in california, the otc states (connecticut, delaware, massachusetts, maine, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, pennsylvania, virginia, and washington dc
- RL108213A$ - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Nag1 (5a580) valve body as per warranty bulletin d-13-22, please use r2108213a$ valve body for all warranty (w), mopar (m) and mopar vehicle protection (f) claims.~ assembly also includes filter (52108325aa) and gasket (52108332aa).~
Vehicle Documentation
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User Manual Owner's Manual Instructions Specifications Guide Application Guide Diagram
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Most Recent Consumer Complaints and Accidents
| Crash | Fire | Towed | Injured | Deaths | Failure Date |
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| No | No | N | None | None | 20201027 |
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.
| No | No | N | None | None | 20201026 |
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.
| No | No | N | None | None | 20150405 |
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.