The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Caliber. The contact stated that while it was raining, there was water entering through the sunroof and doors into the vehicle. The air bag warning light was illuminated. The contact called the local dealer, who stated that there were no related recalls for the failures. The vehicle was not diagnose…
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The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Caliber. The contact stated that while it was raining, there was water entering through the sunroof and doors into the vehicle. The air bag warning light was illuminated. The contact called the local dealer, who stated that there were no related recalls for the failures. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that there was no recall coverage for the failures and the contact was referred to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failures. The failure mileage was approximately 70,000.
NHTSA ODI #11595439
80,000 miles · Aug 16, 2010
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 DODGE CALIBER. THE CONTACT WAS TRAVELING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED WHEN THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR PANEL SUDDENLY CAUGHT ON FIRE. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO EXTINGUISH THE FIRE WITH A BOTTLE OF WATER. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT STATED THAT THE FAILURE WAS CAUSED BY THE POWER WINDOW MOTOR. THE DEALER ADVISED THAT THE VEHICL…
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 DODGE CALIBER. THE CONTACT WAS TRAVELING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED WHEN THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR PANEL SUDDENLY CAUGHT ON FIRE. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO EXTINGUISH THE FIRE WITH A BOTTLE OF WATER. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT STATED THAT THE FAILURE WAS CAUSED BY THE POWER WINDOW MOTOR. THE DEALER ADVISED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NO LONGER UNDER WARRANTY AND WOULD NOT SERVICE THE VEHICLE. THE MANUFACTURER ADVISED THEY HAD NOT RECEIVED ANY SIMILAR COMPLAINTS TO HERS AND WOULD NOT PROVIDE ANY FURTHER ASSISTANCE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE APPROXIMATELY 80,000.
NHTSA ODI #10349729
72,340 miles · Mar 13, 2010
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FIRST HEAVY RAINFALL OF THE SPRING, TRAVEL IN RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC TOWARD SEATTLE. I HAD NOT HAD TO USE MY WINDSHIELD WIPERS ON ANYTHING BUT INTERMITTENT FOR SEVERAL MONTHS. WHEN NEEDED FOR THE HEAVIER RAINS AND TRAFFIC THIS MORNING, THE WIPERS FAILED TO WORK IN THE PRIMARY WIPER FUNCTION (CONTINUAL OPERATION-NEITHER SLOW OR FAST)…
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FIRST HEAVY RAINFALL OF THE SPRING, TRAVEL IN RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC TOWARD SEATTLE. I HAD NOT HAD TO USE MY WINDSHIELD WIPERS ON ANYTHING BUT INTERMITTENT FOR SEVERAL MONTHS. WHEN NEEDED FOR THE HEAVIER RAINS AND TRAFFIC THIS MORNING, THE WIPERS FAILED TO WORK IN THE PRIMARY WIPER FUNCTION (CONTINUAL OPERATION-NEITHER SLOW OR FAST). IT WAS NECESSARY TO HOLD THE WIPER CONTROL ARM IN THE DOWN POSITION TO KEEP THE WIPERS WORKING THUS NOT ALLOWING ME TO KEEP TWO HANDS ON THE STEERING WHEEL. I CONTACTED MY DEALER AND WAS TOLD THERE WAS NO RECALL ON THIS ISSUE, THE RECALL ASSOCIATED TO THE NITRO PARTS (CHRYSLER J28/CAMPAIGN 09V438000-3 NOV 2009) DID NOT APPLY. I WILL BE CHECKING THE PART NUMBER OF THE PCM FOR BOTH VEHICLES TO DETERMINE IF THE SAME PART IS USED IN EACH PRODUCTION LINE. *TR
NHTSA ODI #10319374
48,500 miles · May 26, 2009
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TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 DODGE CALIBER. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED IN THE RAIN, THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS STOPPED WORKING. THE CONTACT TOOK HIS VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR AND TIPM WERE FAULTY AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 48,500.
NHTSA ODI #10269974
Mileage unknown · Feb 26, 2009
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WINDSHIELD IS ALWAYS BEING OILED UP DUE TO DASHBOARD DETERIORATING. THIS IS CAUSING POOR VISIBILITY WHEN DRIVING INTO THE SUN AND WHEN DRIVING AT NIGHT. WINDSHIELD HAS BEEN CLEANED MULTIPLE TIMES TO WHERE IT HAS NO OIL ON WINDSHIELD AND WITHIN A FEW HOURS IT IS BACK TO WHERE IT WAS BEFORE. THIS PROBLEM IS GENERALLY WORSE DURING …
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WINDSHIELD IS ALWAYS BEING OILED UP DUE TO DASHBOARD DETERIORATING. THIS IS CAUSING POOR VISIBILITY WHEN DRIVING INTO THE SUN AND WHEN DRIVING AT NIGHT. WINDSHIELD HAS BEEN CLEANED MULTIPLE TIMES TO WHERE IT HAS NO OIL ON WINDSHIELD AND WITHIN A FEW HOURS IT IS BACK TO WHERE IT WAS BEFORE. THIS PROBLEM IS GENERALLY WORSE DURING THE SUMMER MONTHS. THIS HAS BEEN HAPPENING SINCE VEHICLE HAS BEEN OWNED. *TR
NHTSA ODI #10260015
Mileage unknown · Dec 17, 2007
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WHEN IT IS COLD OUT, AND THERE IS ANY TYPE OF PRECIPITATION. THE POWER WINDOWS WILL NOT ROLL DOWN. YOU HAVE TO EITHER BEAT ON THE WINDOWS, WAIT OVER AN HOUR FOR THE CAR TO WARM UP, OR USE A SPRAY DICER (HAVE NOT TRIED THIS YET). *TR
NHTSA ODI #10212113
1,000 miles · Sep 13, 2007
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TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 DODGE CALIBER. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, COLD WATER DRIPPED FROM THE DASHBOARD AND THEN THE WATER TURNED EXTREMELY HOT. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE HEATER CORE FAILED AND MADE REPAIRS. THE CURRENT IS 36,000 AND THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 1000. UPDATED 01-15-08. *KB UPDATED*JB
NHTSA ODI #10202905
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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