NHTSA vehicle safety data
2009 Dodge Nitro
The 2009 Dodge Nitro has 1 NHTSA recall and 24 owner complaints on record — every open recall is repaired free at an authorized Dodge dealer.
Complete safety data for the 2009 Dodge Nitro, including NCAP crash-test ratings. Data pulled live from api.nhtsa.gov.
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
NHTSA #20V396000Reported July 7, 2020 · Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
Defect description
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.
Safety consequence
Projectiles as a result of driver air bag deployment in the event of a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Free manufacturer 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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.