Car battery replacement for a 2008 Dodge Nitro
Car battery replacement for the 2008 Dodge Nitro: CarmaCars does not do this work itself. Request it and we arrange it with a trusted shop or connect you with one, and we can deliver a rental car to you while yours is in.
- Combined
- 12.4 to 13.8 L/100 km
- Body
- Sport Utility Vehicle -

A rental while yours is in the shop
CarmaCars does not do this work; you keep driving while the shop has your car. We deliver a rental to you, by the day, at our usual rates.
The 2008 Dodge Nitro for car battery replacement
- Body: sport utility vehicle - (EPA size class).
2008 Dodge Nitro: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 | Powertrain 5 | Powertrain 6 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 3.7 L | 3.7 L | 3.7 L | 4.0 L | 3.7 L | 4.0 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| MPG city (US) | 16 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 15 | 15 |
| MPG highway (US) | 22 | 22 | 22 | 21 | 21 | 20 |
| MPG combined (US) | 19 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 17 | 17 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 23 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 20 | 20 |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,550 | US$3,700 | US$3,700 | US$3,700 | US$3,950 | US$3,950 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $3,844 | $4,062 | $4,062 | $4,062 | $4,278 | $4,278 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2008 Dodge Nitro
- NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 393 complaints with NHTSA, most often about electrical system (200), fuel system (67) and fuel/propulsion system (46). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20V396000 | 2020-07-07 | 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... |
| 13V121000 | 2013-04-03 | structure | Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2007-2008 Dodge Nitro 4X2 vehicles manufactured March 21, 2006, through March 1, 2008; and 2008 Jeep Liberty 4X2 vehicles manufactured February 15, 2007, through March 1, 2008. The transfer case heat shield may drop down and rub on the drive shaft,... |
| 08V525000 | 2008-10-08 | parking brake | CHRYSLER IS RECALLING 3,663 MY 2007-2008 DODGE NITRO AND MY 2008 JEEP LIBERTY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH MANUAL TRANSMISSIONS. THE PARK BRAKE LEVER CLUTCH DRUM MAY DISTORT AND REDUCE THE EFFECTIVENESS OF THE PARK BRAKE SYSTEM. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 2008 Dodge Nitro: Car battery replacement
Your 2008 Dodge Nitro needs battery service? We arrange a trusted shop; CarmaCars does not do the work. Lights left on overnight are the classic reason for a flat battery.
About your Nitro
Bring the owner's manual or service records if you have them. Mention the trim and engine in your request; parts differ between them. If you have the service history of your Nitro, have it ready for the shop. Power comes from the 3.7L 6-cylinder, driving through a 6-speed manual.
How the request works
Your request goes to a person, who arranges a trusted shop or gives you its name. Tell us when suits you, and whether the car can be driven. We follow up until the shop has the car booked in.
Keep moving meanwhile
A rental keeps your week on track during the repair. If the repair runs long, keep the rental longer. Delivery starts at $75 plus distance; collecting the car yourself is free.
Before the shop starts
Ask whether the parts are new, rebuilt or used. Ask how the shop will contact you if it finds something unexpected. Ask the shop to call you before doing anything not on the estimate.
Car care, briefly
Listen for new noises and mention them to the shop with as much detail as you can. Note the mileage when each service is done, so you know when the next is due. Do not ignore a warning light; an early check often costs less than a late repair.
Talk to a person
A request is free and gets a reply within one business day.
Request car battery replacement
Tell us when suits you. A person replies within one business day and arranges it with a trusted shop or recommends one; the shop sets its own price and time.
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