Recalls: Dodge KA Nitro
Overview
Manufacturers, or importers, issue recalls for defects or faults which have the potential to cause injury. Generally, manufacturers will inform the original buyers if their vehicle is subject to a recall and of the steps required to remedy the defect or fault. Please note that the recalls below (if any) are for Australian-delivered vehicles only. Furthermore, the number of recalls should not be taken as an indication of a model’s reliability or its safety more generally.
Recalls: Dodge KA Nitro
2007 model year Dodge KA Nitro: delay in braking
In November 2007, a recall was issued for model year 2007 Dodge Nitro vehicles due to incorrect software programming for the Electronic Brake Control (EBC) module. As a result, there could be a momentary delay in braking when coasting up-hill, increasing the vehicle’s stopping distance (PRA 2007/9686).
2010 model year Dodge KA Nitro: brake fluid leak
In August 2010, a recall was issued for 2010 model year Dodge KA Nitro vehicles. In these vehicles, the brake tube may have been manufactured with an improperly formed flare that could cause brake fluid to leak. If this occurred, the vehicle’s stopping distance could be increased and this could cause a collision (PRA 2010/12927).
2011-12 Dodge KA Nitro: active head restraints may not deploy
In September 2013, a recall was issued for Dodge Nitro vehicles that were manufactured in 2011 and 2012. In these vehicles, electrical over-stress of a resistor in the occupant restraint module may cause the active head restraints not to deploy in the event of a rear impact collision, thereby increasing the risk of injury. To fix, the Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM) was to be reprogrammed or the occupant restraint module replaced (PRA 2013/13755).
2006-09 Dodge KA Nitro: windscreen wipers may stop working
In July 2019, recall campaign J28 was issued for Dodge KA Nitro vehicles that were available for sale from 21 June 2006 to 12 June 2009. In these vehicles, the windscreen wipers may become inoperative. If this occurred while it was raining, the driver’s visibility would be reduced and this would increase the risk of a collision. For the VINs of the recalled vehicles, please see PRA 2019/17641.
2007-11 Dodge KA Nitro: incorrect tyre placard
In July 2019, recall campaign H42 was issued for Dodge KA Nitro vehicles that were available for sale from 5 June 2007 to 20 June 2011. In these vehicles, the tyre placard in the vehicle listed an incorrect speed rating and was missing the P-metric qualifier. This incorrect information could result in incorrect use of the vehicle and affect the safety of vehicle occupants and other road users. For the VINs of the recalled vehicles, please see PRA 2019/17638.
2007-12 model year Dodge KA Nitro: driver airbag emblem
In October 2020, recall campaign W09 was issued for 2007-12 model year Dodge KA Nitro vehicles. These vehicles may have a loose or detached driver airbag emblem, and/or loose emblem retainers within the driver airbag module assembly. In the event of airbag deployment, a loose or detached emblem could become a projectile that is propelled towards vehicle occupants and causes serious injury. For the VINs of the recalled vehicles, please see PRA 2020/18487.
Problems and faults: Dodge KA Nitro
Overview
This section identifies potential problems, causes and fixes based on the experiences of owners and repairers, online sources and technical service bulletins. This information is provided solely for reference purposes and AustralianCar.Reviews recommends that only properly qualified persons carry out repairs or modifications. Furthermore, the number of items below should not be taken as an indicator of a model’s reliability or the frequency with which they may occur.
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Dodge KA Nitro: engine doesn’t start/crank
In July 2008, Technical Service Bulletin 08-007-09 REV A was issued for 2007-08 Dodge KA Nitro vehicles that were manufactured on or before 5 May 2008 because the engine may not crank or start due to electronic lock-up of the Wireless Control Module (WCM) – also known as the Sentry Key Remote Entry Module (SKREEM) – and the remote keyless entry (RKE) system does not operate. This may occur because of an electrostatic charge within the Wireless Control Module (WCM). To fix, the WCM needed to be replaced.
Dodge KA Nitro: difficulty re-fuelling
In September 2009, Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) 14-001-09 REV A was issued for 2007-09 Dodge KA Nitro vehicles with petrol engines. For these vehicles, the owner may experience difficulties when re-fuelling or the fuel pump nozzle may shut off repeatedly during re-fuelling. For these vehicles, the TSB described a diagnosis procedure which may identify the source of the problem as:
- The fuel filler tube;
- The vapour recirculation tube;
- The fuel tank itself;
- A blockage in the EVAP canister, ESIM, clean air hose or filter; or,
- The control valve to the EVAP canister tube.
Dodge KA Nitro: Other problems and faults
- A metallic popping or clicking noise when shifting from drive to reverse, vice versa or when the brakes are released indicates a problem with the transmission output flange.
- The rear door handles may not work – from the outside or inside – if the latch goes out of alignment.
- Chrome-clad wheels may make noises indicating that the chrome parts are loose – if so, they may be attached to the wheels using silicone sealant.
