How many recalls does the 2005 Dodge Nitro have?

The 2005 Dodge Nitro has no NHTSA safety recalls on record.

How do I check if my 2005 Dodge Nitro has an open recall?

Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA's official recall lookup (nhtsa.gov/recalls) to see open, unrepaired recalls for your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free.

What do owners complain about most on the 2005 Dodge Nitro?

Of 1 NHTSA complaints on file, the most-reported component is electrical system.

2005 Dodge Nitro Recalls

No recalls on record Updated July 2026

No NHTSA recalls on record for the 2005 Dodge Nitro. That means NHTSA has no open safety campaign for this vehicle — it does not guarantee the absence of problems. Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA, most often about the electrical system. Last updated July 5, 2026.

Complaints by component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Total complaints1

What owners report

Verbatim reports filed with NHTSA, lightly edited for readability and with personal information removed.

“Tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge nitro. The contact stated that the electrical system was faulty and all of the electrical components worked intermittently, including the windshield wipers and horn. In addition, the engine continued to run when the keys were removed from the ignition. The dealer…”

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · reported 2011-08-19

Sources & methodology

Recall, complaint, and investigation records from official NHTSA datasets (FLAT_RCL, FLAT_CMPL, FLAT_INV), synced weekly. Counts reflect NHTSA records for the 2005 Dodge Nitro as of July 5, 2026. Complaint narratives are consumer-submitted and unverified. This page contains ads and affiliate links. Full methodology.