Dodge Nitro ABS Wheel Speed Sensor in US

Your Dodge Nitro ABS wheel speed sensor is the component that makes anti-lock braking possible on your Nitro. It monitors the rotational speed of each wheel in real time and sends that data to the Dodge Nitro ABS control module, which uses it to prevent wheel lockup during emergency stops. When a sensor fails on your Nitro, your ABS loses the input it needs. On wet, icy, or gravel road surfaces, the difference between a controlled stop and a skid can come down to whether your Dodge Nitro wheel speed data is reaching the module.

What Is the ABS Wheel Speed Sensor on Your Dodge Nitro

The ABS wheel speed sensor on the Dodge Nitro is an electromagnetic or Hall-effect sensor mounted near each wheel hub or bearing assembly of your Nitro. It generates an electronic signal as a toothed reluctor ring rotates past it, producing a frequency the Nitro ABS module interprets as wheel speed. On most modern Dodge Nitro vehicles, this same data feeds the traction control system, electronic stability control, and electronic brake force distribution, making a functioning wheel speed sensor critical to the safe operation of multiple Nitro systems simultaneously.

Signs of a Failing ABS Wheel Speed Sensor on the Dodge Nitro

• ABS warning light on your Dodge Nitro dashboard, the most common first indicator of a failing sensor
• Traction control or stability control warning light illuminated alongside the Nitro ABS light
• ABS activating on your Dodge Nitro during normal stops at low speed where it should not engage
• Complete ABS deactivation on the Nitro, wheels lock under hard braking on wet or icy roads
• Speedometer on your Dodge Nitro reading erratically or dropping to zero at speed
• Fault codes in the C0035 to C0050 range stored in the Dodge Nitro ABS control module

Passive vs. Active ABS Sensors for the Dodge Nitro

GeoBrakes stocks both passive and active ABS wheel speed sensors for the Dodge Nitro. Passive sensors use an analog signal and are found on older Nitro vehicles and many trucks still in service. Active Hall-effect sensors require a small power supply and output a clean digital signal, offering greater accuracy at very low speeds. Active sensors are standard on most Dodge Nitro vehicles manufactured after the mid-2000s and are required for full compatibility with modern Nitro traction and stability control systems.

Why GeoBrakes for the Dodge Nitro ABS Wheel Speed Sensor

Signal accuracy matters as much as fitment with Dodge Nitro wheel speed sensors. A sensor that generates the correct frequency for your Nitro ABS module ensures consistent ABS calibration, proper traction control thresholds, and accurate stability control response on your Dodge Nitro. Every sensor in the GeoBrakes catalogue is matched to the Dodge Nitro through our vehicle selector, with front and rear positions listed separately to eliminate position errors on your Nitro.

Frequently Asked Questions - Dodge Nitro ABS Wheel Speed Sensor

Can I drive my Dodge Nitro with a faulty ABS wheel speed sensor?

You can drive the Dodge Nitro with a failed ABS sensor, but the anti-lock braking system on your Nitro will be completely disabled. On icy or wet American roads, this significantly increases stopping distances and the risk of losing steering control during hard braking on your Dodge Nitro. Replacing a failed sensor promptly is strongly recommended, particularly before winter.

How do I find the right ABS sensor for my Dodge Nitro?

Use the GeoBrakes vehicle selector and enter the Dodge Nitro year, make, and model. The system displays only the sensors confirmed to fit the Dodge Nitro, with front and rear positions listed separately. Select the position matching the sensor you are replacing on your Nitro to avoid receiving the wrong unit.

Do I need to replace all four ABS sensors on my Dodge Nitro at the same time?

No. ABS wheel speed sensors on the Dodge Nitro are independent components and only the failed unit needs to be replaced. However, if your Nitro has high mileage and one sensor has failed, it is worth visually inspecting the connectors on the other Dodge Nitro sensors for corrosion while the wheel is removed.