Issue ID | 724480 |
Internal NHTSA # | 10269332 |
Manufacurer | CHRYSLER LLC |
Brand | DODGE |
Model | NITRO |
Model Year | 2008 |
File date | 05/05/09 |
Component | STRUCTURE |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | The chrome accent piece on the rear hatch of the dodge nitro (just under the rear windshield wiper) is a large highly reflective surface area that is located at eye level for most drives following these vehicles. The surface reflection from this 'mirror like' piece blinds the drives following these vehicles creating a safety hazard. I was stuck in traffic following this model vehicle and despite my best efforts to shield my eyes from the reflection was blinded to the point that i had to pull over to allow my eyes time recover (the effect was similar to that of starring at a welding arc). A simple design change by the manufacture could eliminate this hazard. |
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Number of Occurences | 1 |
Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | KYLE , TX |
VIN pattern | XXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
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Date of purchase | 10/11/24 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
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