Power Train Related Problems of the 2008 Dodge Nitro

Table 1 shows seven common power train related problems of the 2008 Dodge Nitro. The number one most common problem is related to the power train (16 problems). The second most common problem is related to the driveshaft (three problems).


Recently reported Power Train problems of the 2008 Dodge Nitro

The Power Train problem

The contact owns a 2008 Dodge Nitro. The contact stated that while the son was driving approximately 5 mph, the front drive shaft fractured, causing the vehicle to abruptly stop, and the front driver's side and passenger's side airbags erroneously deployed.   Read details...

The Driveshaft problem

The heat shield protecting the tunnel on my 4x4 Dodge Nitro broke loose and began rubbing on the drive shaft. The heat shailed failed and corroded at all fastening points. The heat shield and drive shaft were both damaged.   Read details...

The Transfer Case problem

Driving down road when all of a sudden heard herendous squealing noise so loud couldn't stay inside vehicle while moving. Upon examination I discovered a heat shield had fallen against and wrapped itself around the drive shaft.   Read details...


Power Train related problems in other Dodge Nitro model year vehicles:



Nitro Service Bulletins
Nitro Safety Recalls
Nitro Defect Investigations