Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.
2007 Dodge Nitro recalls
Air bags: frontal, driver side, inflator module · Steering: steering wheel/handle bar
NHTSA campaign 20V396000 · reported July 7, 2020 · Chrysler (FCA US LLC) · 925,239 vehicles potentially affected
- The problem
- 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.
- The risk
- Projectiles as a result of driver air bag deployment in the event of a crash can increase the risk of injury.
- The fix
- 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.
Structure · Air bags · Power train: driveline, driveshaft
NHTSA campaign 13V121000 · reported April 3, 2013 · Chrysler Group LLC · 62,578 vehicles potentially affected
- The problem
- Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2007-2008 Dodge Nitro 4X2 vehicles manufactured March 21, 2006, through March 1, 2008; and 2008 Jeep Liberty 4X2 vehicles manufactured February 15, 2007, through March 1, 2008. The transfer case heat shield may drop down and rub on the drive shaft, weakening it and potentially causing the drive shaft to break.
- The risk
- If the drive shaft breaks, a section of it can strike the transfer case tunnel with enough force that the airbag computer will believe the vehicle is in a crash and thus deploy the airbags. Additionally, the drive shaft failure will result in a loss of motive power. Either condition may increase the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will add a bracket to support the rear of the heat shield, free of charge. An interim letter was mailed to owners on May 29, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N10.
Visibility: windshield wiper/washer
NHTSA campaign 09V438000 · reported November 6, 2009 · CHRYSLER LLC · 82,079 vehicles potentially affected
- The problem
- Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2007 dodge nitro passenger vehicles. The windshield wiper system may experience a condition over time where high usage of the variable pause wiper function ("delay" mode) may eventually affect primary wiper function, rendering the wiper system inoperable.
- The risk
- Inoperative wipers under inclement weather conditions could cause impaired visibility increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect and add external relays and update the totally integrated power module software to control the wiper functions. The safety recall is expected to begin during february 2010. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-835-1403.
Parking brake
NHTSA campaign 08V525000 · reported October 8, 2008 · CHRYSLER LLC · 3,663 vehicles potentially affected
- The problem
- Chrysler is recalling 3,663 my 2007-2008 dodge nitro and my 2008 jeep liberty vehicles equipped with manual transmissions. The park brake lever clutch drum may distort and reduce the effectiveness of the park brake system.
- The risk
- This could allow the vehicle to move inadvertently and cause a crash without warning.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace the park brake lever assembly free of charge. The recall began on october 27, 2008. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, control unit/module
NHTSA campaign 07V434000 · reported September 14, 2007 · DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION · 296,550 vehicles potentially affected
- The problem
- On certain sport utility vehicles, the software programmed into the ABS electronic control module may allow a momentary delay in braking when coasting up a hill during certain conditions.
- The risk
- This could cause a crash without warning.
- The fix
- Dealers will reprogram the ABS electronic control module with new software that prevents this condition free of charge. The recall began on october 22, 2007. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Electrical system
NHTSA campaign 07V291000 · reported July 3, 2007 · DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION · 80,894 vehicles potentially affected
- The problem
- On certain vehicles, the totally integrated power module (tipm) was programmed with software that may allow the engine to stall under certain operating conditions.
- The risk
- This could cause a crash without warning.
- The fix
- Dealers will reprogram the tipm. The recall began on july 5, 2007. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, control unit/module
NHTSA campaign 06V493000 · reported December 29, 2006 · DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION · 50,665 vehicles potentially affected
- The problem
- On certain vehicles, the antilock brake system (ABS) control module software may cause the rear brakes to lock up during certain braking conditions.
- The risk
- This could result in a loss of vehicle control and cause a crash without warning.
- The fix
- Dealers will reprogram the ABS electronic control unit. The recall began on february 19, 2007. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
What owners report
Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.
Nov 6, 2025 · Electrical system
The day after I bought this vehicle it had to go directly back because of the catalytic converter. I was told they replaced it but did not show me the proof nor did they give me a valid warranty card. There is something wrong with the electrical system everything flickers and it just sounds really bad. The driver side…
May 19, 2025 · Power train · 78,000 miles
The contact owned a 2007 Dodge Nitro. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 13V121000 (POWER TRAIN, AIR BAGS, STRUCTURE). The contact stated that while stopped, the sound of an explosion was heard, and the side air bags deployed. The contact believed the vehicle had been struck by another…
May 9, 2025 · Visibility/wiper
Our heater core has gone out twice now, preventing us from properly being able to defrost our windows /windshield in winter and remove moisture during cooler days. It creates a substantial risk by reducing, or in some cases, completely removing visibility
May 5, 2025 · Unknown or other
Ever since I bought this vehicle, I have been having issues with it registering the key, which keeps causing an automatic security alert system to shut down my vehicle the moment I start it. I've already replaced the battery to my car. I've already had locksmiths examined the issue and nobody can seem to find the…
Apr 25, 2025 · Electrical system
This 2007 Dodge Nitro R/T 4x4 electrically stalled and died at 65mph on the […] . This is the 3rd time it has stalled out electrically. The vehicle was inspected and told bad TIMP. Told the G25 RECALL should be placed on this vehicle. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C…
Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received November 6, 2025.