INCIDENT HAPPENED OCT. 2, 2020... I WAS DRIVING ACROSS AN INTERSECTION, MY WHEEL BEGAN TO SHAKE AND I HAD NO CONTROL OVER THE VEHICLE... VERY TERRIFYING!! MADE IT THRU THE INTERSECTION, WAS ABLE TO GET OF THE ROAD... WHEN THE MECHANIC (THE MAN THAT PUSHED MY CAR BACK TO MY RESIDENCE) TOOK A LOOK UNDER THE BOTTOM... IT WAS TOTALL…
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INCIDENT HAPPENED OCT. 2, 2020... I WAS DRIVING ACROSS AN INTERSECTION, MY WHEEL BEGAN TO SHAKE AND I HAD NO CONTROL OVER THE VEHICLE... VERY TERRIFYING!! MADE IT THRU THE INTERSECTION, WAS ABLE TO GET OF THE ROAD... WHEN THE MECHANIC (THE MAN THAT PUSHED MY CAR BACK TO MY RESIDENCE) TOOK A LOOK UNDER THE BOTTOM... IT WAS TOTALLY ROTTED OUT, WHICH IN FACT CAUSED MY WHEEL TO DETACH FORM THE VEHICLE ... I COULD HAVE LOST MY LIFE, NOW I AM OUT OF A VEHICLE NO MONEY AND I HAVE TO PAY INSURANCE... PLEASE I NEED HELP!! YOUR ABRUPT ATTENTION IN THIS MATTER IS GREATLY APPRECIATED.*DT*DT*JB
NHTSA ODI #11373145
51,236 miles · Feb 26, 2011
EquipmentSuspensionTires
I STARTED TO NOTICE A NOISE COMING FROM THE BACK END OF THE CAR. WE TOOK THE CAR TO CHRSYLER/DODGE DEALER & WAS TOLD THAT WE HAVE TO REPLACE THE FOLLOWING:REAR HUBS, THE RIGHT & LEFT LOWER CONTROL ARMS & REPLACE THE TIRES. WE HAD JUST BROUGHT NEW TIRES IN NOVEMBER 2010 FOR THE WINTER & NOW THEY HAVE TO BE REPLACE AGAIN.CHRYSLER …
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I STARTED TO NOTICE A NOISE COMING FROM THE BACK END OF THE CAR. WE TOOK THE CAR TO CHRSYLER/DODGE DEALER & WAS TOLD THAT WE HAVE TO REPLACE THE FOLLOWING:REAR HUBS, THE RIGHT & LEFT LOWER CONTROL ARMS & REPLACE THE TIRES. WE HAD JUST BROUGHT NEW TIRES IN NOVEMBER 2010 FOR THE WINTER & NOW THEY HAVE TO BE REPLACE AGAIN.CHRYSLER IS PUTTING MY LIFE, MY HUSBAND & MOTHER'S LIFE LINE ON THE LINE. WHY IS IT THAT WHEN THEY HAD THE MAY 2007 RECALL,THIS PROBLEM WAS NOT INCLUDED AND WHY ARE THEY GETTING AWAY WITH MURDER BY PUTTING OUR LIVES IN JEOPARDY. I THOUGHT I PURCHASED A CAR THAT WOULD KEPT ME SAFE. THE ESTIMATED COST THEY QUOTED US $1800.00. CHRYSLER/DODGE SHOULD BE ASHAME OF THEMSELVES. IS PROFIT MORE IMPORTANT TO THEM THAN OUR LIVES. THE CAR IS WORTHLESS & CAN'T AFFORD TO TRADE IT IN EITHER. *TR
NHTSA ODI #10384618
126,000 miles · Apr 17, 2010
EquipmentService Brakes, Hydraulic
TOOK MY CAR INTO SAFFORD DODGE IN FREDERICKSBURG, VA BECAUSE WHEN I HIT BRAKES MY CAR WOULD SHUDDER. I STATED THAT I FELT MY FRONT BRAKES WERE GOING BAD. AFTER THEY LOOKED AT MY VEHICLE THEY STATED I NEEDED MY REAR BRAKES REPLACED AND THAT MY FRONT ONES WERE FINE. UPON THEM WORKING ON MY REAR BRAKES, THEY INFORMED ME THAT CYLIND…
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TOOK MY CAR INTO SAFFORD DODGE IN FREDERICKSBURG, VA BECAUSE WHEN I HIT BRAKES MY CAR WOULD SHUDDER. I STATED THAT I FELT MY FRONT BRAKES WERE GOING BAD. AFTER THEY LOOKED AT MY VEHICLE THEY STATED I NEEDED MY REAR BRAKES REPLACED AND THAT MY FRONT ONES WERE FINE. UPON THEM WORKING ON MY REAR BRAKES, THEY INFORMED ME THAT CYLINDER WHEEL WAS LOCKED UP ON THE REAR LEFT SIDE. PREVENTING THE WHEEL FROM BEING PLACED BACK ON THE CAR. WHEN I PICKED MY VEHICLE UP, MY BRAKE PEDAL MADE A POPPING SOUND. I THOUGHT THAT WAS BECAUSE I JUST HAD NEW BRAKES PUT ON. FOUR DAYS LATER MY BRAKES WENT OUT ON ME AS I WAS PULLING OUT OF MY DRIVEWAY. THANKFULLY NO ONE WAS HURT AND I WAS ABLE TO USE MY EMERGENCY BRAKE TO STOP. I TOOK MY CAR BACK TO SAFFORD DODGE AND THE FRONT DESK GUY PAUL STATED HE FELT THAT MY POWER BRAKE BOOSTER WAS BAD. I TOLD HIM THAT THERE WAS NOTHING WRONG WITH MY CAR BEFORE I BROUGHT MY VEHICLE IN EXCEPT THAT IT SHUDDERED. WHICH IT STILL DOES. *TR
NHTSA ODI #10326130
50,600 miles · Jul 5, 2009
EquipmentVehicle Speed Control
2007 DODGE CALIBER GAS PEDAL. WITH 50,600 MILES. WHILE DRIVING APPROX 65 MPH ON A 3 LANE HIGHWAY THE GAS PEDAL ACCELERATED TO OVER 90 MPH WHEN THE BRAKES AND EMERGENCY BRAKES COULD NOT STOP THE CAR ONLY SLOWED IT SLIGHTLY WHEN I REACHED THE SHOULDER OF THE ROAD ACROSS 3 LANES OF TRAFFIC I PUT THE CAR IN NEUTRAL AND TURNED OFF TH…
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2007 DODGE CALIBER GAS PEDAL. WITH 50,600 MILES. WHILE DRIVING APPROX 65 MPH ON A 3 LANE HIGHWAY THE GAS PEDAL ACCELERATED TO OVER 90 MPH WHEN THE BRAKES AND EMERGENCY BRAKES COULD NOT STOP THE CAR ONLY SLOWED IT SLIGHTLY WHEN I REACHED THE SHOULDER OF THE ROAD ACROSS 3 LANES OF TRAFFIC I PUT THE CAR IN NEUTRAL AND TURNED OFF THE CAR TO FULLY STOP THE VEHICLE. THE GAS PEDAL WAS REPLACED AND EXPLAINED THAT IT WAS THE CAUSE FOR THE EXCESSIVE SPEED. *TR
NHTSA ODI #10275788
29,000 miles · Jun 2, 2008
Equipment
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 DODGE CALIBER. WHENEVER THE HEATER OR AIR CONDITIONER IS ACTIVATED, THE CONTACT SMELLS A STRONG ODOR COMING FROM THE VENTS. THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN TAKEN TO THE DEALER APPROXIMATELY 8 TIMES REGARDING THIS ODOR, BUT THEY COULD NOT LOCATE THE ORIGIN. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE OCCUPANTS OF HER VEHICLE C…
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TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 DODGE CALIBER. WHENEVER THE HEATER OR AIR CONDITIONER IS ACTIVATED, THE CONTACT SMELLS A STRONG ODOR COMING FROM THE VENTS. THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN TAKEN TO THE DEALER APPROXIMATELY 8 TIMES REGARDING THIS ODOR, BUT THEY COULD NOT LOCATE THE ORIGIN. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE OCCUPANTS OF HER VEHICLE COMPLAIN OF DIZZINESS, NAUSEA, AND HEADACHES. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 34,700 AND FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 29,000.
NHTSA ODI #10229596
12,241 miles · May 31, 2008
EquipmentSuspension
THE CAR STRUT HAS TO BE CHANGE IN LESS THAN ONE YEAR 4 TIMES AND IS STARTING TO SOUND AGAIN. *TR
NHTSA ODI #10229413
Mileage unknown · Jul 10, 2007
EquipmentInjury
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 DODGE CALIBER. WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE CONTACT'S HUSBAND NOTICED HOT WATER LEAKING FROM UNDER THE STEERING WHEEL. HE SUSTAINED SECOND AND THIRD DEGREE BURNS. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED AND DAIMLER CHRYSLER STATED THAT THEY WOULD SEND A REPRESENTATIVE TO NORTH CAROLINA. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT…
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TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 DODGE CALIBER. WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE CONTACT'S HUSBAND NOTICED HOT WATER LEAKING FROM UNDER THE STEERING WHEEL. HE SUSTAINED SECOND AND THIRD DEGREE BURNS. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED AND DAIMLER CHRYSLER STATED THAT THEY WOULD SEND A REPRESENTATIVE TO NORTH CAROLINA. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE VEHICLE SHOULD NOT HAVE BEEN REPAIRED, BUT PRESERVED FOR INSPECTION INSTEAD. THE POWERTRAIN AND MILEAGE INFORMATION WERE UNKNOWN. IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE AC CONDENSATION DRAIN HOSE WAS CLOGGED WITH DEBRIS WHICH CAUSED HOT WATER TO GET INSIDE THE VEHICLE. UPDATED 08/15/07. *JB
NHTSA ODI #10195970
3,000 miles · Oct 3, 2006
EquipmentService Brakes, HydraulicSuspension
MY 2007 DODGE CALIBER HAS EXPERIENCE A PULLING IN THE FRONT END THAT STARTED AFTER 3,000 MILES. THE CAR HAS BEEN AT THE SHOP 3 TIMES IN A TIME PERIOD EXPANDING APPROX. 6-12 WEEKS. THE DEALER WORKING ON THE CAR COULD NOT ACHIEVE SUCCESS AFTER THREE ATTEMPTS. THE CAR IS NOW AT ANOTHER DEALER WHO HAS HAD THE CAR OVER 48 HRS WITH NO…
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MY 2007 DODGE CALIBER HAS EXPERIENCE A PULLING IN THE FRONT END THAT STARTED AFTER 3,000 MILES. THE CAR HAS BEEN AT THE SHOP 3 TIMES IN A TIME PERIOD EXPANDING APPROX. 6-12 WEEKS. THE DEALER WORKING ON THE CAR COULD NOT ACHIEVE SUCCESS AFTER THREE ATTEMPTS. THE CAR IS NOW AT ANOTHER DEALER WHO HAS HAD THE CAR OVER 48 HRS WITH NO RESPONSE TO THE FRONT END ISSUE. THE CAR NOW AT 7400 MILES AS A FRONT BRAKE "JATTER" AND IS AT THE DEALER FOR THIS AS WELL. ALSO, THE CAR'S REAR WASHER FLUID NOZZLE LEAKS AT HIGHWAY SPEED AND THE STEREO'S SOUND WILL DISTORT SUDDENLY WITHOUT WARNING. I AM BEYOND UPSET WITH HOW MUCH PROBLEMS I HAVE HAD ON A 19,000.00$ BRAND NEW AUTOMOBILE. I DO NOT WANT TO BELIEVE THAT ALL CHRYSLER VEHICLES HAVE THIS KIND OF ISSUES. I ALSO WANTED TO BELIEVE THAT MY PROBLEM WAS MINOR AND WOULD BE JUST FINE ONCE IT WAS FIXED. HOWEVER, THE PROBLEMS JUST KEEP COMING. I PURCHASED A NEW CAR IN GOOD FAITH THAT I RECEIVED DEPENDABLE TRANSPORTATION. I DON'T THINK I HAVE GOTTEN THE FAIR END OF THE DEAL. I WOULD BE A HAPPY CUSTOMER IF DAIMLER CHRYSLER REFUNDED MY MONEY ON THIS CAR. IN TRADE I WILL PURCHASE A NEW DODGE 1500 PICKUP. I FEEL LIKE IF DAIMLER CHRYSLER WILL TAKE CARE OF ME, I WILL BE A HAPPY CUSTOMER WHO WILL CONTINUE TO PURCHASE THEIR PRODUCTS. I DON'T WANT TO TAKE MY BUSINESS ELSEWHERE BUT I WILL DO WHAT IS NEEDED. *NM
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling various Dodge, Chrysler, and RAM vehicles equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. A list of the affected trailer models is available at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17V824-0103.pdf. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: If the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began February 14, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 or Kidde customer service service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information. Chrysler's number for this recall is T82.
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2007 DODGE CALIBER AND JEEP COMPASS PASSENGER VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM MARCH 7 THROUGH MAY 19, 2006. THE PIVOT BUSHINGS IN VEHICLES WITH OVERSIZED ACCELERATOR PEDAL BEARING POCKETS MAY BECOME DISLODGED AND POTENTIALLY CAUSE THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL TO BIND OR STICK.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: SHOULD THE PEDAL BIND OR BECOME STUCK, IT CAN BE OVERCOME BY SMART BRAKES WHICH OVERRIDE THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL IN CERTAIN CONDITIONS.
Remedy: CHRYSLER WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE ALL AFFECTED ACCELERATOR PEDAL ASSEMBLIES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 29, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-853-1403.
CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH REAR DISC BRAKES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD (FMVSS) NO. 135, "LIGHT VEHICLE BRAKE SYSTEMS." THE LENGTH OF THE REAR WHEEL HUB MOUNTING BOLTS MAY PREVENT ACTUATION OF THE PARK BRAKE.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: THIS COULD ALLOW UNINTENDED MOVEMENT OF THE VEHICLE UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS AND CAUSE A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE REAR WHEEL HUB MOUNTING BOLTS AND REPAIR THE PARK BRAKE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 8, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, THE ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) CONTROL MODULE SOFTWARE MAY CAUSE THE REAR BRAKES TO LOCK UP DURING CERTAIN BRAKING CONDITIONS.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: THIS COULD RESULT IN A LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND CAUSE A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE ABS ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 19, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
Model-level recall history does not show whether a particular VIN is affected or has received a repair. Check a VIN with NHTSA ↗
In their Defect Information Report (DIR) of June 3, 2010, Chrysler Group, LLC (Chrysler) notified NHTSA that it will conduct a safety recall of approximately 25,265 model year 2007 Dodge Caliber vehicles and 71 model year 2007 Jeep Compass vehicles manufactured from March 7, 2006 through May 19, 2006.The recall will remedy a defect in the accelerator pedal assembly (accelerator pedal) of the Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system that can cause the accelerator pedal to stick in an open position and not return to the idle position when released.As stated in the opening resume, the subject vehicles (Caliber) are equipped with an ETC accelerator pedal manufactured by the CTS Corporation, the same supplier of the ETC accelerator pedal used in the recently recalled Toyota vehicles.The ETC accelerator pedal used in Caliber and Compass vehicles is not the same as those used in the recalled Toyota vehicles.They are of a different design, were manufactured using different tooling, and fail in a different manner.According to Chrysler and CTS, oversized bearing pockets in the ETC accelerator pedal housing of the Caliber and Compass vehicles allows the accelerator pedal pivot shaft bearings to dislodge from the housing.If this occurs, the accelerator pedal can stick in an open position (i.e., fails to return to the closed position) or be slow to return.Chrysler's DIR notes that the subject vehicles are equipped with Smart Brake Technology and contends that the impact of a binding or sticking accelerator pedal can be negated by its Smart Brake system.In Chrysler's view, the system enables the brake pedal input to override the throttle control system and safely depower the vehicle and minimizes the potential for safety consequences resulting from the defect in the accelerator pedal.Further, Chrysler states, as a result of the presence of this technology, Chrysler Group LLC has concluded that the condition described in this report does not present an unreasonable risk to motor vehicle safety.ODI does not concur with Chrysler's position that the Smart Brake technology employed in the subject vehicles eliminates unreasonable risks to safety stemming from the ETC accelerator pedal defect.Aside from the fact that the technology is applicable only to situations where the brake pedal is activated, the Smart Brake system implemented in the subject vehicles will override a stuck throttle under a discrete set of conditions.Because driver behaviors (e.g., kicking at the accelerator pedal to dislodge it, or pumping the brake pedal instead of steady application) may delay or prevent activation of the Smart Brake system in the subject vehicles, ODI believes that this Smart Brake system does not totally eliminate unreasonable risks to safety posed by this defect or the necessity of a safety recall in this case.See Safety Recall file 10V-234 for recall details.
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