Dodge Nitro 2WD

20072011 · 12 configurations

Lowest
18
Average
18
Best
19

The Dodge Nitro 2WD has been tested by the EPA across 12 different configurations spanning model years 2007 through 2011. Over this period, the Nitro 2WD has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 18 MPG to 19 MPG, with an overall average of 18 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

Historical Efficiency

2011
18
2010
18
2009
18
2008
19
2007
19

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Nitro 2WD) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Dodge Nitro 2WD. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Dodge Dodge Nitro grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
286
Total Deaths
107

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
14.0%
Fire Occurrence
4.2%
Speeding Involved
11.5%
DUI Involved
15.4%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

84%
Front
9%
Side
7%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes26
Fatalities
12
Deaths/Crash
0.46
2022
Fatal Crashes37
Fatalities
23
Deaths/Crash
0.62
2021
Fatal Crashes28
Fatalities
8
Deaths/Crash
0.29
2020
Fatal Crashes36
Fatalities
14
Deaths/Crash
0.39
2019
Fatal Crashes31
Fatalities
6
Deaths/Crash
0.19
2018
Fatal Crashes23
Fatalities
5
Deaths/Crash
0.22
2017
Fatal Crashes27
Fatalities
9
Deaths/Crash
0.33
2016
Fatal Crashes23
Fatalities
10
Deaths/Crash
0.43
2015
Fatal Crashes32
Fatalities
12
Deaths/Crash
0.38
2014
Fatal Crashes23
Fatalities
8
Deaths/Crash
0.35

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

2011
2
2010
2
2007
7
Critical
Moderate
Advisory