2010 Dodge Nitro 4x2 Detonator
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- Photo: 2009 Dodge Nitro SE in Sunburst Orange Pearl, Front Left, 06-13-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2008 Dodge Nitro SXT CRD Automatic 2.8 Front by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Dodge Nitro SXT Black (1) by Damian B Oh, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2009 Dodge Nitro SE in Sunburst Orange Pearl, Rear Left, 06-13-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2008 Dodge Nitro SXT CRD Automatic 2.8 Rear by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2010 Dodge Nitro 4x2 Detonator is a 260-hp 4.0-liter V6 with a 5-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $25,750 MSRP and is rated at 18 mpg combined.
It makes 260 horsepower at 5,200 rpm and 265 lb-ft of torque at 4000 rpm, spinning to a 6,000 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 16 mpg city and 21 mpg highway (18 mpg combined).
The Nitro measures 178.9 inches long on a 108.8-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,982 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | SUV |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $25,750 ($38,371 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $26,500 ($39,489 *) |
| Destination Charge | $750 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 4.0L V6 |
| Displacement | 4 L |
| Horsepower | 260 hp @ 5,200 rpm |
| Torque | 265 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
| Redline | 6,000 rpm |
| Valvetrain | OHV/SOHC V6 |
| Injection Type | Sequential multi-port fuel injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | RWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed automatic |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 16 MPG |
| Highway | 21 MPG |
| Combined | 18 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 19.5 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent, short-and-long-arm (SLA), coil springs, gas shocks |
| Rear Suspension | Solid live axle, multi-link, coil springs, gas shocks |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 20" x 7.5" |
| Wheels Rear | 20" x 7.5" |
| Tires Front | P245/50R20 |
| Tires Rear | P245/50R20 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 178.9 in |
| Width | 73.1 in |
| Height | 69.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 108.8 in |
| Front Track | 61 in |
| Rear Track | 61 in |
| Ground Clearance | 8.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 32.1 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 3,982 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 40.6 in |
| Headroom Rear | 40.8 in |
| Legroom Front | 40.8 in |
| Legroom Rear | 37.7 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 57.2 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 56.4 in |
| Hip Room Front | 56.8 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 47.4 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | Not rated |
| Frontal crash | Not rated |
| Frontal – driver | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal – passenger | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | Not rated |
| Rollover | ★★★★★ (21.9 % risk) |
Recalls
3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2010 Dodge NITRO. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Jul 7, 2020 · AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2008-2010 Chrysler Town and Country and Dodge Grand Caravan and 2007-2011 Dodge Nitro vehicles. These vehicles may have a loose or missing brand emblem in the center of the steering wheel. The loose emblem or the securing nuts for the emblem within the driver air bag module may become projectiles in the event of a driver air bag deployment.
Consequence: Projectiles as a result of driver air bag deployment in the event of a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's air bag cover with a redesigned cover, free of charge. The recall began February 11, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W09.
NHTSA campaign 20V396000
Jul 7, 2010 · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 LEFT HAND DRIVE JEEP LIBERTY, DODGE NITRO AND RAM 1500 TRUCK; RIGHT AND LEFT HAND DRIVE JEEP WRANGLER VEHICLES. THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH AN IMPROPERLY FORMED MASTER CYLINDER TO HYDRAULIC CONTROL UNIT (HCU) BRAKE TUBE ASSEMBLY END FLARE.
Consequence: THIS COULD LEAD TO LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID AND REDUCED BRAKING PERFORMANCE INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE BRAKE TUBES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING AUGUST 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-853-1403.
NHTSA campaign 10V315000
Jan 11, 2010 · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 CHRYSLER SEBRING; DODGE AVENGER AND NITRO; JEEP LIBERTY, COMMANDER AND GRAND CHEROKEE; AND MODEL YEAR 2009-2010 DODGE RAM TRUCK. THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH AN IMPROPERLY FORMED OR MISSING BRAKE BOOSTER INPUT ROD RETAINING CLIP.
Consequence: THIS COULD RESULT IN BRAKE FAILURE WITHOUT WARNING WHICH COULD CAUSE A CRASH.
Remedy: CHRYSLER WILL REPLACE THE BRAKE BOOSTER INPUT ROD RETAINING CLIP FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING FEBRUARY 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
NHTSA campaign 10V009000
78 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2010 Dodge NITRO
Owner Complaints
78 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2010 Dodge NITRO (3 mention a crash, 2 a fire, 2 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Electrical System | 26 |
| Air Bags | 12 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 10 |
| Engine | 9 |
| Service Brakes | 9 |
| Unknown Or Other | 8 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2010 DODGE NITRO. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.