2008 Dodge Nitro Review

2008 Dodge Nitro is a Sport Utility 4-dr style car measuring 178.90 in length and 69.90 in height. Made in United States, 2008 Dodge Nitro has 6 trims priced by the manufacturer at 21,545 with just total of 3 recalls in the past 2008 Dodge Nitro. It’s seating 5 people with 4 doors and a rank size of 19.50 gallon. The engine is 3.7L V6 SOHC 12V and uses 16 of gasoline in the city and 16 on highways.

Make: Dodge
Model: Nitro
Trims Available: 6
Location: UNITED STATES
Body & Doors: SPORT UTILITY 4-DR
Engine: 3.7L V6 SOHC 12V
Transmission: 4A | 6M
Driveline: 4WD
Seats: 5
MSRP: $21,545 USD
MPG: 15 - 16 City / 21 - 22 HWY
Tires: 225/75R16
Tank Size: 20 gallon

Dodge Nitro 2008 Trims

2008 Dodge Nitro SXT 2WD

Engine: 3.7L V6 SOHC 12V
Transmission: 4A | 6M
Drivetrain: RWD
Body & Doors: SPORT UTILITY 4-DR
Seating: 5
MPG: 16 City / 22 HWY

2008 Dodge Nitro R/T 2WD

Engine: 4.0L V6 SOHC 24V
Transmission: 5A
Drivetrain: RWD
Body & Doors: SPORT UTILITY 4-DR
Seating: 5
MPG: 16 City / 21 HWY

2008 Dodge Nitro SLT 2WD

Engine: 3.7L V6 SOHC 12V
Transmission: 4A
Drivetrain: RWD
Body & Doors: SPORT UTILITY 4-DR
Seating: 5
MPG: 16 City / 22 HWY

2008 Dodge Nitro SXT 4WD

Engine: 3.7L V6 SOHC 12V
Transmission: 4A | 6M
Drivetrain: 4WD
Body & Doors: SPORT UTILITY 4-DR
Seating: 5
MPG: 15 - 16 City / 21 - 22 HWY

2008 Dodge Nitro R/T 4WD

Engine: 4.0L V6 SOHC 24V
Transmission: 5A
Drivetrain: 4WD
Body & Doors: SPORT UTILITY 4-DR
Seating: 5
MPG: 15 City / 20 HWY

2008 Dodge Nitro SLT 4WD

Engine: 3.7L V6 SOHC 12V
Transmission: 4A
Drivetrain: 4WD
Body & Doors: SPORT UTILITY 4-DR
Seating: 5
MPG: 15 City / 21 HWY

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Safety and Reliability

NHTSA Crash Test

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IIHS Crash Test

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Safety & Recalls

Recall 20V396000 started on /Date(1594094400000-0400)/.

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.

Recall 08V525000 started on /Date(1223438400000-0400)/.

Summary: 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.

Consequence: THIS COULD ALLOW THE VEHICLE TO MOVE INADVERTENTLY AND CAUSE A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.

Remedy: 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.

Recall 13V121000 started on /Date(1364961600000-0400)/.

Summary: 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.

Consequence: 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.

Remedy: 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.

FAQ

2008 Dodge Nitro is made in United States between 2007 to 2011.

The 2008 Dodge Nitro is RWD and isn't the best choice for driving in snow, as it doesn't have enough ground clearance.

If you consider used 2008 Dodge Nitro look at maintenance fees and average fuel economy compared to similar models. 2008 Dodge Nitro’s uses 1 gallon of fuel for 16 miles, which is lower then 2007 Dodge Nitro.

Before going to the dealership, get an appraisal for your 2008 Dodge Nitro so you know how much it’s worth. Usually, the value of used 2008 Dodge Nitro is lower than $9,943.

There are 3 recalls recorded in our database for 2008 Dodge Nitro that’s on average below the average number of recalls per car in our database.

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$19,885 - $28,110
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$19,885 - $28,110
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$19,885 - $28,110
16 City / 22 HWY
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