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severe Owners of the 2010 Dodge Nitro have filed 4 NHTSA complaints about the brakes at roughly $450 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of August 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See brakes across all vehicles →
| Model year | brakes complaints |
|---|---|
| 2007 Nitro | 24 |
| 2008 Nitro | 11 |
| 2010 Nitro (this page) | 4 |
| 2011 Nitro | 5 |
Of the 4 brakes complaints filed for the 2010 Dodge Nitro, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 125,000-150,000 mi.
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
Of the 4 model years of Dodge Nitro we track for brakes problems, this one has the fewest owner complaints on file (4).
All 2 active brakes recalls on this vehicle land at critical or severe — none classified moderate.
This could result in brake failure without warning which could cause a crash.
This could lead to loss of brake fluid and reduced braking performance increasing the risk of a crash.
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering brakes on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
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full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
Tl* the contact's girlfriend owns a 2010 Dodge nitro. On several occasions, while the brake pedal was depressed, the vehicle failed to stop completely. While the brake pedal was depressed, the pedal inadvertently traveled to the floorboard. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the booster and master cylinder…
It's a meaningful issue. 4 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $450.
Based on the 4 complaints filed, brakes issues most often appear around 53,850 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
Independent shops typically charge around $450 for brakes repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Yes — 2 active recall(s) cover brakes issues on this vehicle. Recall fixes are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status. Use the VIN decoder at the top of the page to check if your specific vehicle is affected.