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Dodge (usa) Nitro Sxt Crd A Service Costs & Schedule

What a Dodge (usa) Nitro Sxt Crd A actually costs to service, what needs doing at each interval, and where you can save. If you're buying one, we also cover how to check whether the previous owner actually kept up with the schedule.

KA (2007–2012)2.8L CRD

Dodge (usa) Nitro Sxt Crd A service: key facts

Routine service items

These are the items covered in a standard service. Most garages include oil, oil filter and a basic inspection. The rest are typically checked or replaced on a schedule.

Service itemIntervalTypical cost
Engine oil and filter
Manufacturer specifies 6,000 miles or 12 months. Use 5W-30 synthetic oil. Check level monthly as CRD engines can consume oil at higher mileages.
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 6,000 miles or 1 year
£80–£120
Dealer: £150–£220
Air filter
Replace every 24,000 miles. Check more frequently in dusty conditions. Dirty filter reduces performance and increases fuel consumption on turbocharged diesel.
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 24,000 miles or 2 years
£25–£40
Dealer: £50–£80
Cabin pollen filter
Replace annually or 12,000 miles. Located behind glove box. Dirty filter reduces heater and air conditioning performance.
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 12,000 miles or 1 year
£20–£35
Dealer: £40–£70
Fuel filter
Replace every 24,000 miles. Critical on diesel engines to prevent injector damage from contaminated fuel. Use genuine or OEM equivalent parts only.
KA
 24,000 miles or 2 years
£60–£90
Dealer: £120–£180

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Periodic maintenance

Items that don't need doing at every service but should be on your radar at the right mileage or age.

Service itemIntervalTypical cost
Brake fluid
Replace every 2 years regardless of mileage. Brake fluid absorbs moisture over time, reducing braking performance and causing internal corrosion.
KA
 2 years
£60–£90
Dealer: £100–£150
Coolant flush
Replace every 60,000 miles or 5 years. Use OAT (Organic Acid Technology) coolant. Old coolant loses corrosion protection and can damage the radiator and water pump.
KA
 60,000 miles or 5 years
£80–£120
Dealer: £150–£220

Known issues to watch for

The most common problems reported on the Dodge (usa) Nitro Sxt Crd A, ranked by severity.

major
Suspension pin and bush excessive wear (KA)
The Nitro experiences accelerated wear of suspension bushes and pins, particularly in the front suspension arms and anti-roll bar links.
major
Parking brake efficiency failure (KA)
The Nitro's parking brake system shows poor efficiency at MOT test, failing at 18.2 times the national average.
major
Brake binding (KA)
MOT data shows the Nitro fails at 3.8 times the national average for brake binding, where significant brake effort is recorded with no brake pedal applied.
minor
Exhaust system deterioration (KA)
The Nitro shows elevated MOT failure rates for exhaust system problems at higher mileages, failing at 2.4 times the national average.

1 more known issues tracked. Check a specific Dodge (usa) Nitro Sxt Crd A's service records — a missed service on one of these issues could mean an expensive surprise.

Buying a used Dodge (usa) Nitro Sxt Crd A? Check its service history first.

A Nitro Sxt Crd A with a patchy service history can cost you thousands in missed timing belts, skipped oil changes, and hidden neglect. We pull the franchised dealer records — every visit, every stamp, every mileage reading — so you can see exactly what's been done and what's been skipped.

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Dodge (usa) Nitro Sxt Crd A service FAQs

How often does a Dodge (usa) Nitro Sxt Crd A need servicing?

A Dodge (usa) Nitro Sxt Crd A needs servicing every 6,000 miles or 1 year, whichever comes first. Manufacturer specifies 6,000 miles or 12 months.

What does a Dodge (usa) Nitro Sxt Crd A service cost?

A basic service at an independent garage costs £80–£120. Main dealer servicing runs £150–£220. Major items like timing belts or gearbox services cost significantly more. Independent garages are typically 30 to 50% cheaper for the same work.

Is a Dodge (usa) Nitro Sxt Crd A expensive to maintain?

Routine servicing starts from £80 at an independent garage, which is about average for this class of car. The bigger costs come from periodic items like timing belts, brake fluid changes, and transmission servicing. Keeping on top of the schedule avoids expensive failures.

How do I check a Dodge (usa) Nitro Sxt Crd A's service history?

You can check any Dodge (usa) Nitro Sxt Crd A's official dealer service records online using just the registration number. The check retrieves every logged dealer visit, including dates, mileage, and work done, so you can see whether the schedule has been followed or if there are gaps. It costs £6.99 and you get a full refund if no records are found.