NHTSA model-year recall report

2012 Dodge Nitro Recalls

1 campaign in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

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Affected systems

Urgent advisories

Jul 2, 2013

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What the record says

This model year's count is below the Dodge Nitro average of 3.0 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Electrical System, appearing in 1 campaign.

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Source campaign records

All 2012 Dodge Nitro recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 13V282000

Electrical System

Manufacturer: Chrysler Group LLC

Reported Jul 2, 2013

What is recalled

Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Sebring and 200 vehicles manufactured June 28, 2011, through December 13, 2012; model year 2011-2013 Dodge Avenger vehicles manufactured June 25, 2011, through January 14, 2013; model year 2011-2012 Dodge Nitro vehicles manufactured June 17, 2011, through December 15, 2011; and model year 2011-2012 Jeep Liberty vehicles manufactured June 17, 2011, through August 15, 2012. Electrical over-stress of a resistor in the occupant restraint control module may lead to the non-deployment of the active head restraints during a rear impact collision.

Safety consequence

In the event of a crash necessitating the deployment of the active head restraints , their non-deployment could increase the risk of injury.

Manufacturer remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will flash the Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM) or replace the occupant restraint control module, as needed, free of charge. The recall began on November 19, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N38.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

Other Dodge Nitro model years

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2012 Dodge Nitro recall questions

How many recalls does the 2012 Dodge Nitro have?

This verified dataset contains 1 NHTSA campaign associated with the 2012 Dodge Nitro. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2012 Dodge Nitro?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology