How common are transmission problems in the 2011 Dodge Nitro?

NHTSA lists 16 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2011 Nitro, making up 13% of the 122 total complaints filed for that year.

At what mileage do 2011 Dodge Nitro transmission problems usually happen?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this component is 47,792 miles.

Is there a recall for 2011 Dodge Nitro transmission or drive shaft issues?

No related recalls are listed for the 2011 Nitro in this data. Some owners noted a drive shaft heat shield recall applied to 2007-2008 Nitros but not to the 2011.

Have 2011 Dodge Nitro transmission complaints led to crashes or injuries?

NHTSA records 0 crashes and 0 fires tied to this component for the 2011 Nitro, though 2 injuries are listed across the year's total complaints.

Did the 2010 or 2012 Dodge Nitro have similar transmission complaint rates?

NHTSA shows 5 Transmission & Powertrain complaints (6% share) for 2010 and 0 complaints (0% share) for 2012, compared to 16 complaints (13% share) for 2011.

2011 Dodge Nitro Transmission & Powertrain Problems

NHTSA lists 16 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2011 Dodge Nitro, 13% of its 122 total complaints, with a median failure mileage of 47,792. No related recalls are listed for this component on the 2011 model year.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints: 16; 13% of 122
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 2
Median mileage: 47,793 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical transmission symptoms owners report

Transmission fails to engage gear, followed by a loud bang, engine revving, and bucking with no acceleration.
Shifting between gears becomes harsher as the transmission warms up, especially with cruise control engaged, with a sensation like the vehicle drops a gear abruptly.
Engine stalls when parked, accelerating from a stop, or mid-turn, as if fuel delivery is starved.
Transfer case strips out repeatedly, requiring repair under powertrain warranty and recurring afterward.
Drive shaft breaks completely while driving after a loose heat shield rubs against it, with owners noting a similar issue was recalled on 2007-2008 Nitros but not on their vehicle.
Transmission transfer case seal leaks repeatedly despite multiple replacements.

When 2011 Dodge Nitro transmission complaints were filed

First complaint Feb 8, 2012, latest Feb 10, 2022.

16 complaints filed with NHTSA from Feb 2012 to Feb 2022; peak Aug 2018 (2).

Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2011 Dodge Nitro

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints by Nitro model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

20050 (0%)
200754 (11%)
200826 (7%)
20091 (4%)
20105 (6%)
201116 (13%)
20120 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are transmission problems in the 2011 Dodge Nitro?: NHTSA lists 16 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2011 Nitro, making up 13% of the 122 total complaints filed for that year.
At what mileage do 2011 Dodge Nitro transmission problems usually happen?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this component is 47,792 miles.
Is there a recall for 2011 Dodge Nitro transmission or drive shaft issues?: No related recalls are listed for the 2011 Nitro in this data. Some owners noted a drive shaft heat shield recall applied to 2007-2008 Nitros but not to the 2011.
Have 2011 Dodge Nitro transmission complaints led to crashes or injuries?: NHTSA records 0 crashes and 0 fires tied to this component for the 2011 Nitro, though 2 injuries are listed across the year's total complaints.
Did the 2010 or 2012 Dodge Nitro have similar transmission complaint rates?: NHTSA shows 5 Transmission & Powertrain complaints (6% share) for 2010 and 0 complaints (0% share) for 2012, compared to 16 complaints (13% share) for 2011.