IllustrationWHEN DRIVING ON US.10 IN MI AT 9 PM HEAD LIGHTS WENT OUT ALL OTHER LIGHTS WORK NO HIGH OR LOW BEAMS. THE BULBS ARE BOTH GOOD. ALSO THE RIGHT TURN SIGNAL BLINKS VERY FAST AS IF THERE WAS A BURNED OUT BULB BUT THERE IS NOT ONE. THIS IS A 2007 DODGE CALIBER. DOESSOMEONE HAVE TO GETKILLED BEFORE A RECALL IS FORCED ON CHRYSLER?
2007 Dodge Caliber
Owner reports · Recalls · Investigations
More warning signs than most Caliber years
Owner complaints for the 2007 Dodge Caliber are substantially higher than the model-year median of 165.
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Owner complaints by model year
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When problems were reported
Mileage at the reported incident
820–25K
9925–50K
14450–75K
14575–100K
192100–150K
85150K+
747 reports with mileage · 137 unknown
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What to inspect
Issues worth paying extra attention to based on owner reports.
- Suspension. Review the 255 owner reports in this category and discuss these concerns during a pre-purchase inspection. Read reports →
- Electrical System. Review the 197 owner reports in this category and discuss these concerns during a pre-purchase inspection. Read reports →
- Structure. Review the 158 owner reports in this category and discuss these concerns during a pre-purchase inspection. Read reports →
NHTSA owner reports · September 18, 2026 snapshot.
54 crash reports18 fire reports28 injury reports
Exterior Lighting complaints
93 reportsTL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 DODGE CALIBER. UPON STARTING THE VEHICLE, THE AIR BAG INDICATOR REMAINED ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE HEADLIGHT FAILED TO ILLUMINATE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO BARBERA AUTOLAND (7810 E ROOSEVELT BLVD, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19152 (215) 333-3700) FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING OF…
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 DODGE CALIBER. UPON STARTING THE VEHICLE, THE AIR BAG INDICATOR REMAINED ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE HEADLIGHT FAILED TO ILLUMINATE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO BARBERA AUTOLAND (7810 E ROOSEVELT BLVD, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19152 (215) 333-3700) FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING OF THE HEADLIGHT. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC OR DEALER FOR THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED BY VOICEMAIL AND THE CONTACT WAS AWAITING A CALLBACK. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN.
MY FRONT HEAD LIGHTS ARE NOT WORKING IT HAS TO TO DO WITH THE FUSE BOX THAT IS LOCATE UNDER THE THE BUMPER ,THAT IT GET WET AND THE SNOW AND SALT THROUGH THE YEARS .I HAVE TO DRIVE MY CAR DOING THE DAY ONLY .THE FUSE BOX IS CORRODED IT .
RT HEADLIGHT NOT WORKING. I REPLACED BULB BUT LATER FOUND OUT THAT MY FUSE BOX NEEDED TO BE REPLACED . APPARENTLY THIS IS A COMMON ISSUE. LIGHT ALL OF A SUDDEN STOPPED WORKING. IT LIMITS MY VISIBILITY AT NIGHT AT POSSES A THREAT TO DRIVERS WHO DON'T SEE ME WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT.
ON THIS DATE, MY WIFE AND I NOTICED THE L HEADLIGHT OF OUR 2007 DODGE CALIBER R/T WAS INOPERABLE. ONCE BACK TO OUR HOUSE AFTER A WEEKEND AWAY, I PURCHASED A LIGHT BULB PACK FOR REPLACEMENT OF THE SUPPOSED BURNT OUT BULB. UPON REPLACING THIS ITEM, IT STILL DID NOT OPERATE. I THEN INSTALLED THE 2ND ONE THAT CAME IN THE PACK WIT…
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ON THIS DATE, MY WIFE AND I NOTICED THE L HEADLIGHT OF OUR 2007 DODGE CALIBER R/T WAS INOPERABLE. ONCE BACK TO OUR HOUSE AFTER A WEEKEND AWAY, I PURCHASED A LIGHT BULB PACK FOR REPLACEMENT OF THE SUPPOSED BURNT OUT BULB. UPON REPLACING THIS ITEM, IT STILL DID NOT OPERATE. I THEN INSTALLED THE 2ND ONE THAT CAME IN THE PACK WITH THE SAME RESULTS. AFTER REINSTALLING THE ORIGINAL BULB, I SEARCHED THE INTERNET FOR POSSIBLE WIRING DIAGRAMS TO HELP WITH TROUBLESHOOTING, BUT INSTEAD, ENCOUNTERED NUMEROUS LIKE PROBLEMS WITH OTHER OWNERS WHOM WITH THE L HEADLIGHT SUDDENLY EXPIRING WITH THE BULB NOT BEING THE ISSUE. I UNDERSTAND THAT THERE HAVE BEEN SOME SOLUTIONS WITH HAVING THE DEALER REBOOT THE COMPUTER, IN WHICH IT ALSO RESETS THE LIGHT MODULE, HOWEVER, DODGE DOES NOT DECLARE THIS TO BE A SAFETY ISSUE. I BEG TO DIFFER, LOOSING A HEADLIGHT, ESPECIALLY THE L/DRIVERS SIDE IS A VERY BIG SAFETY ISSUE. LIVING IN NE OHIO DURING THE WINTER TIME AND SNOW STORMS, THIS IS A "SAFETY ISSUE" FOR ME AND OTHER DRIVERS. WOULD YOU PLEASE INVESTIGATE THIS ISSUE FOR A POSSIBLE SAFETY ISSUE. THE BLOGS ON MANY CAR SIGHTS AND EVEN ON ABC15 ARE OVERWHELMING. SINCERELY [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR
I'VE OWNED THE CAR SINCE NEW, RECENTLY WE HAD A PROBLEM WITH A DEAD BATTERY. AFTER REPLACING THE BATTERY, THE CAR WOULD NOT GO MORE THAN 20 MILES PER HOUR AND WE HAD ENGINE FAULT CODES. ONCE WE CLEARED OUT THE CODES, THE CAR RAN FINE. HOWEVER, WE NOW HAD A FRONT HEADLIGHT THAT WAS OUT. REPLACING THE BULB DIDN'T WORK. THE ONLY WA…
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I'VE OWNED THE CAR SINCE NEW, RECENTLY WE HAD A PROBLEM WITH A DEAD BATTERY. AFTER REPLACING THE BATTERY, THE CAR WOULD NOT GO MORE THAN 20 MILES PER HOUR AND WE HAD ENGINE FAULT CODES. ONCE WE CLEARED OUT THE CODES, THE CAR RAN FINE. HOWEVER, WE NOW HAD A FRONT HEADLIGHT THAT WAS OUT. REPLACING THE BULB DIDN'T WORK. THE ONLY WAY TO GET THE FRONT HEADLIGHTS BOTH ON WAS TO TURN ON THE HIGH BEAMS. AFTER DOING SOME RESEARCH FROM A DODGE DEALERSHIP AND ON THE INTERNET, I HAVE FOUND THE ISSUE IS WIDESPREAD AND DUE TO POOR DESIGN OF THE FUSE BOX ON THESE VEHICLES, ALSO KNOWN AS THE TIPM. I BELIEVE THE DRAIN ON THE BATTERY WAS CAUSED BY THE POOR DESIGN OF THE TIPM AND WITH THAT ONE INCIDENT, STARTED THE FAILURE PROCESS. THIS VEHICLE HAS 150,000 MILES ON IT AND HAS BEEN WELL MAINTAINED. I HAVE REPLACED THE TIPM WITH A USED ONE FROM A AUTO SUPPLY YARD, I STILL GET INTERMITTENT STARTING OF THE VEHICLE AND WHILE BOTH HEADLIGHTS ARE WORKING, THE HIGH BEAMS ARE NOW NOT WORKING.
TIPM MODULE DOES NOT POWER LIGHTS TO SEE WHILE DRIVING AND LED TO POWER DRAINS. LED TO COMPLETE LOSS OF POWER ON HIGHWAY. *TR
DRIVER SIDE HEADLIGHT DOES NOT WORK. REPLACE LIGHT TWICE, NEITHER ONE WORKS. HIGH BEAM WORKS, BUT NOT LOW BEAM. HAVE BEEN TOLD NEED TO REPLACE TIPM (MAIN FUSE BLOCK). APPEARS TO BE TYPICAL PROBLEM WITH THIS CAR.
TAKATA RECALL, THE HEADLIGHT DOESN'T WORK PROPERLY. ONE HEADLIGHT WORKS AND WHEN SWITCHING TO HIGH BEAM THE OPPOSITE SIDE OR THE HEADLIGHT DOES NOT WORK. IT MAYBE, BECAUSE OF THE FUEL BOX GETTING WATER IN IT. BUT WHEN ON HIGHWAY IN MOTION THE STATE PATROL FEELS ITS UNSAFE TO DRIVE THE CAR BEING IN THIS CONDITION
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 DODGE CALIBER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 20 MPH, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE HIGH AND LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS ON THE PASSENGER'S SIDE OF THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ILLUMINATE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE BULB NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE BULB WAS REPLA…
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 DODGE CALIBER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 20 MPH, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE HIGH AND LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS ON THE PASSENGER'S SIDE OF THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ILLUMINATE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE BULB NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE BULB WAS REPLACED. HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE VEHICLE WAS THEN TAKEN TO A DEALER, WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE TOTALLY INTEGRATED POWER MODULE (TIPM) NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 62,000.
Official recalls
417V824000 · Equipment
Dec 21, 2017
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.
10V234000 · Vehicle Speed Control:accelerator Pedal
Jun 3, 2010
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.
07V196000 · Wheels:hub
May 7, 2007
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.
06V493000 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip:control Unit/module
Dec 29, 2006
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 ↗
NHTSA investigations
1PE10012 · Sticking Accelerator Pedal
Opened Apr 29, 2010 · Closed Aug 26, 2010
Status: closed (inferred from source dates) · Vehicle Speed Control:accelerator Pedal
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.