Dodge Caliber recalls and problems
8 recalls and 1,848 owner complaints for 6 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
8
Complaints
1,848
Crashes reported
118
Fires reported
31
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Dodge Caliber by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 Caliber | 1 | 49 | 9 | 3 | 6 | 0 |
| 2011 Caliber | 2 | 165 | 9 | 1 | 9 | 0 |
| 2010 Caliber | 2 | 157 | 12 | 3 | 15 | 2 |
| 2009 Caliber | 1 | 232 | 13 | 2 | 11 | 0 |
| 2008 Caliber | 0 | 360 | 21 | 4 | 14 | 2 |
| 2007 Caliber | 4 | 884 | 54 | 18 | 38 | 0 |
Most reported Dodge Caliber problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 497 | |
| Electrical System | 348 | |
| Structure | 335 | |
| Power Train | 221 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 188 | |
| Engine | 175 | |
| Steering | 173 | |
| Air Bags | 163 | |
| Unknown or Other | 150 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 116 |
All Dodge Caliber recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17V-824 | Dec 21, 2017 | 2007 | Equipment | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling various Dodge, Chrysler, and RAM vehicles equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. |
| 16V-668 | Sep 15, 2016 | 2010–2012 | Seat Belts, Air Bags | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Chrysler 200, 2010 Chrysler Sebring, 2010-2012 Dodge Caliber and 2010-2014 Jeep Patriot, Compass and Dodge Avenger vehicles. |
| 11V-315 | Jun 8, 2011 | 2011 | Steering | Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2011dodge journey, jeep wrangler, chrysler 200, chrysler 200 convertible, dodge avenger, dodge nitro, jeep liberty, dodge caliber, jeep compass, jeep patriot, dodge grand caravan… |
| 10V-234 | Jun 3, 2010 | 2007 | Vehicle Speed Control | Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2007 dodge caliber and jeep compass passenger vehicles manufactured from march 7 through may 19, 2006. |
| 10V-197 | May 11, 2010 | 2010 | Latches/Locks/Linkages | Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2010 dodge caliber vehicles. |
| 08V-528 | Oct 9, 2008 | 2009 | Power Train | Chrysler is recalling 712 my 2009 sebring, dodge caliber, avenger, journey, jeep patriot, and compass vehicles. |
| 07V-196 | May 7, 2007 | 2007 | Wheels | Certain passenger vehicles equipped with rear disc brakes fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (Fmvss) no. |
| 06V-493 | Dec 29, 2006 | 2007 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | On certain vehicles, the antilock brake system (Abs) control module software may cause the rear brakes to lock up during certain braking conditions. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the Dodge Caliber?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2007 Dodge Caliber has the most reports (884). Check the 2007 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Dodge Caliber have?
NHTSA lists 8 safety recalls covering Dodge Caliber model years 2007, 2009–2012.
What are the most common Dodge Caliber problems?
Owners report suspension, electrical system, structure problems most often.