Engine May Not Start at Times on Dodge Nitro

Submitted by Vehicle Owner · May 29, 2025
Published by RepairPal

Problem overview

The anti-theft system may cause a no start condition due to electrostatic discharge (ESD) affecting the wireless control module (WCM). There is an updated WCM to correct this issue.

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Dodge Nitro vehicles with this problem

Average mileage: 86,450 miles
(22,254 - 175,000)

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