Latches/locks/linkage Problems of Dodge Nitro

Tl the contact owns a 2007 Dodge Nitro. While attempting to unlock the doors manually and electronically, the doors failed to unlock. The contact mentioned that the front driver's door was the only door able to unlock. The doors were able to unlock by rolling down the windows and opening the doors from outside the vehicle. The contact stated that the rear hatch door also failed to open. The vehicle was taken to faulkner Chrysler Dodge Jeep ram fiat (6643 carlisle pike, mechanicsburg, PA 17050, (717) 697-9448) where it was diagnosed that the totally integrated power module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 132,000.

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The contact owns a 2008 Dodge Nitro. The contact stated then when the doors were locked, the locks spontaneously unlock. The contact mentioned that when the failure occurred, the doors locks were unable to lock manually or electronically. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 132,000.

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The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Nitro 4x4. The contact stated that all of the doors failed to properly lock and unlock without warning. The vehicle was taken to a dealer for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was not available.

The contact owns a 2009 Dodge Nitro. The contact stated that the automatic lock system stopped working without warning. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed that the automatic lock switch needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure was not remedied. The VIN was not provided. The failure mileage was 79,747.

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The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Nitro 4x2. The contact stated that the doors and rear hatch would not unlock unless the engine was running. The contact also stated that the driver's side air bag warning indicator was illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing, but the details of the diagnostic could not be provided. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 100,100.

The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Nitro. While the vehicle was stationary, the power door locks failed to operate appropriately. The power locks had to be manually activated because they were no longer automatic. The contact stated that the electricity still flowed to the motor. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was 111,000.

The contact owns a 2008 Dodge Nitro. While attempting to lock the doors with the key fob and on the vehicle's door panel, the vehicle would not lock. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Nitro. The contact stated that all of the doors failed to lock and unlock electronically. The contact had to lock and unlock the doors manually. The failure recurred multiple times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where no defect was found. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 150,000.

The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Nitro 4x4. The contact stated that the doors and the hatch door failed to unlock. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, who diagnosed that the totally integrated power module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired due to the part not being available. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 190,000.

Door locks became inoperable from door panels and key fob. Power locks could no longer be used from either. Was told it was an issue with the tipm, would have to be fixed with dealership. In reading complaints here, as well as many forums online it seems to be a very common issue. Recommend a recall. Sounds as though this is not an isolated incident and should be addressed.

I was in the process of existing my vehicle, when I pulled to open the door, the latch just broke off. The latch seems like it's made of plastic. Now, I would need to open the door from the outside. I'm concerned to the repercussion if I happen to get into an accident. I will not be able to open the door in case of an emergency. I contacted [xxx] and spoke with a rep name[xxx]. He said that the company is unwilling to fix the problem, information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

The contact owns a 2008 Dodge Nitro. The contact stated that while in park, the locks engaged independently. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis where it was stated that the key fob needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the problem persisted. The manufacturer was not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 88,000.

Inside door latch will not open door. . Need to open window and open door from outside after coming to a full stop and park, the door would not open from the inside. Latch feels as if nothing is attached to it on the inside panel.

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The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Nitro 4x4. The contact stated that the engine failed to start and the engine warning light illuminated. In addition, the doors failed to lock and unlock. The vehicle was not diagnosed. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 132,000.

Power door locks inoperable. First happened a week or so after purchasing used. Went out on a Friday night but worked again before I could get into shop on Monday. Worked fine for two months until yesterday when it happened again. Cannot lock or unlock via key fob or door button. Must unlock driver door with key and manually lift door knob on all other locks. Rear door locks are extremely difficult to reach to unlock from the front seat as the locks are towards the rear of the door. Hatch is completely un-accessible as there is no way to unlock it. Locks do not lock when you drive and reach the appropriate speed and do not unlock when the car is put back into park. When key fob is used the lights blink and the horn sounds but the lock/unlock functions do not work. Brief internet search has shown others with this a problem with both the Dodge Nitro and Jeep liberty. Currently in the shop being looked at as an electrical issue.

Drivers door master automatic locks switch caught fire, there were no injuries to people. Burned the door well, removed the switch afterwards and it still arcs when placed into the vehicle again. Dodge notified and tech checked vehicle and filed a report on or about 4/19/2012. Now having issues with Dodge issuing a check to repair the damage to the vehicle.

2007 Dodge Nitro - 83,000 miles - drivers side interior door handle broke unexpectedly during normal use. This made exiting the vehicle slow and difficult in the event of an emergency. You had to climb over to the passenger side or roll down the window unlock the door and operate the outside door handle.

While attempting to exit my 2007 didge Nitro, the driver's side hande broke off in my hand. I had to exit the vehicle through the passenger side door (iino a pile of snow).

2 interior door handles have broken with normal use. Been told that the only way to fix is to purcahse the entire door panel for approx. $350. 00.

With normal use the inside door handle snapped in two. In order to get out of the drivers door, with the key still in the ignition you must hit the unlock button, roll down the window, open the door from the outside, roll the window back up and then turn off the car. My door handle is less than 3 years old but I have more than the allotted miles due to my long commute to work. I was told it cost 75. 00 for the part and two hours of labor at $115. 00 for a estimated total of $300. 00 to replace the interior door handle. I feel the part is poorly made for its use and should have never snapped off. I also feel this is a safety issue as the driver cannot make a quick escape out of the car when this part unexpectedly snaps. I was also surprised when contacting the Dodge dealership that they had the part in stock, which also tells me they must have had to replace several to keep that particular part in stock.

Our 2007 Dodge Nitro has had both inside front door handles break this summer, the right side in June and the left drivers side in August. The break is in the same place on both and resulted in the passenger and then the driver unable to exit the vehicle except thru the back seat doors or by opening the front doors by lowering the window and reaching out to the outside handle. This is a very bad safety concern for me for the reason that our 16 year old daughter could not get out of our vehicle as a new driver. I have replaced both at a cost of over $100. The parts person that I worked with to order the part said the past time he has ordered these for others and keeps them in stock. I think we have a grave issue with safety and being able to exit the vehicle, especially if it was involved in a accident or fire.

The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Nitro. The contact stated that the electrical door locks failed on all doors, including the hatchback door. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 55,000.

The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Nitro. The contact stated that the key that was used to open and close the doors was lost. A locksmith was notified and was unable to change the door locks due to a plastic cover over the cylinder. The plastic covering that could not be removed was a manufacturers design. The authorized dealer stated that the entire door connection required replacement before the cylinder lock could be replaced. The contact was displeased to know the lengthy process and time frame involved with the service repair; however, there was a key for the ignition and a remote for the opening and closing of the vehicle doors. The failure and current mileages were 15,000.

Inside drivers door handle broke. Had to roll window down to exit vehicle. Discovered the part was 100% plastic. Would have been a safety concern in an emergency evacuation. I repaired by adding a metal clasp to the plastic.

The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Nitro. The contact stated that three of the four interior door handles were fractured and in order to exit the vehicle, she would have to climb into the back seat to exit. The failure began one year ago with the driver side first and then the passenger. The dealer advised the contact that since the vehicle was no longer under warranty that they would not be able to provide her with any additional assistance. The contact did not inform the manufacturer nor was the vehicle repaired or diagnosed. The current mileage was 68,000 and the failure mileage was 50,000.

Remote start door locks electrical.