NHTSA owner reports · September 18, 2026 snapshot.
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884 reports10,000 miles · Sep 7, 2018
Electrical System
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 DODGE CALIBER. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE BATTERY WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AND THE VEHICLE DECELERATED AND STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM WAS INOPERABLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER AND DEALER WERE NOT NOTIFIED …
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 DODGE CALIBER. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE BATTERY WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AND THE VEHICLE DECELERATED AND STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM WAS INOPERABLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER AND DEALER WERE NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 10,000.
NHTSA ODI #11128173
151,909 miles · Sep 5, 2018
SteeringStructureSuspension
FRONT AND REAR CROSS MEMBERS AS PER X58 AND REVISION X59 RUSTED NOTICE SENT JULY 14TH 2014 TO HAVE INSPECTED FOR RUST DEALERSHIP INSPECTED AND FOUND NO RUST REINSPECTED AUGUST 23 2018 RUST FOUND DEALERSHIP STATED OUT OF EXTENDED WARRANTY X58 NO GOODWILL ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE CAUSE OF EXTENDED WARRANTY EXPIRATION.
NHTSA ODI #11124605
151,909 miles · Sep 4, 2018
Structure
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 DODGE CALIBER. UPON AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC INSPECTING THE VEHICLE, IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FRONT AND REAR CROSS MEMBERS HAD EXTENSIVE RUST AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. LILLISTON CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP RAM (1501 N 2ND ST #47, MILLVILLE, NJ 08332, (856) 825-1937) DIAGNOSED THAT THE FRONT AND REAR CROSS ME…
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 DODGE CALIBER. UPON AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC INSPECTING THE VEHICLE, IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FRONT AND REAR CROSS MEMBERS HAD EXTENSIVE RUST AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. LILLISTON CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP RAM (1501 N 2ND ST #47, MILLVILLE, NJ 08332, (856) 825-1937) DIAGNOSED THAT THE FRONT AND REAR CROSS MEMBERS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER'S EXTENDED WARRANTY CAMPAIGN (X69) EXPIRED IN NOVEMBER OF 2016; THEREFORE, THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND CONFIRMED THE WARRANTY EXPIRATION. THE CONTACT WAS ADVISED TO HAVE THE DEALER REPAIR THE VEHICLE. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 151,909.
NHTSA ODI #11124330
120,000 miles · Aug 17, 2018
Suspension
WAS DRIVING THE CAR ON THE CITY STREET WHEN THE RIGHT FRONT BROKE, THE SBOP SAID THAT THE SUBFRAME IS RUSTED AND BROKE ALONE WITH THE CV AXLE, THE SWAYBAR, THE LOWER CRONTROL ARM.
NHTSA ODI #11120708
184,000 miles · Aug 12, 2018
Electrical SystemExterior LightingUnknown Or Other
MY CAR HAS HAD ELECTRICAL ISSUES AND MOST ALL THE CALIBERS DO ALSO HAS TRANSMISSION ISSUES WHICH HAS HAD MULTIPLE COMPLAINTS DODGE REFUSES TO ANSWER OR FIX ANY OF THE CARS OR ISSUE RECALLS THEY HAVE BEEN MADE WELL AWARE IF YOU CHECK FORUMS AS WELL YOU CAN SEE THE DIFFICULT TIMES OTHER PEOPLE HAVE HAD AND THE DANGEROUS SITUATIONS
NHTSA ODI #11119479
120,000 miles · Aug 7, 2018
Structure
I STARTED HEARING A METAL CLANKING NOISE IN THE FRONT OF MY CAR. IT PROGRESSED AND GOT WORSE AS I DROVE MORE. I BROUGHT IT INTO A REPAIR SHOP ONLY TO FIND OUT THE SUBFRAME - BOTH FRONT AND REAR- IS COMPLETELY RUSTED AND ROTTED OUT. THEY COULD PUT THEIR FINGER THROUGH THE FRAME IT WAS SO FRAIL. IT ONLY HAS 120K MILES ON IT. IT IS…
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I STARTED HEARING A METAL CLANKING NOISE IN THE FRONT OF MY CAR. IT PROGRESSED AND GOT WORSE AS I DROVE MORE. I BROUGHT IT INTO A REPAIR SHOP ONLY TO FIND OUT THE SUBFRAME - BOTH FRONT AND REAR- IS COMPLETELY RUSTED AND ROTTED OUT. THEY COULD PUT THEIR FINGER THROUGH THE FRAME IT WAS SO FRAIL. IT ONLY HAS 120K MILES ON IT. IT IS COMPLETELY UNSAFE TO DRIVE SO NOW I AM OUT OF WORK, ETC UNTIL I REPLACE IT OR FIX IT. THE NOISE OCCURS WHENEVER TURNING, HITTING BUMPS, AND OCCASIONALLY WHILE JUST DRIVING STRAIGHT. IT DOES NOT OCCUR WHILE ON A HIGHWAY.
NHTSA ODI #11118407
178,772 miles · Aug 7, 2018
Power Train
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 DODGE CALIBER. WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE WENT INTO LIMP MODE WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE LOST COMMUNICATION WITH THE ENGINE CONTROL MODULE AND POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE. ALSO, T…
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 DODGE CALIBER. WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE WENT INTO LIMP MODE WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE LOST COMMUNICATION WITH THE ENGINE CONTROL MODULE AND POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE. ALSO, THE OUTPUT SHAFT SPEED SENSOR WAS DISCONNECTED. FLETCHER CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP RAM (3099 N MORTON ST., FRANKLIN, IN, (317) 738-4170) WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE, BUT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE WAS INTERMITTENT. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 178,772.
NHTSA ODI #11118343
70,000 miles · Jul 23, 2018
Structure
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 DODGE CALIBER. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE VEHICLE STARTED TO SHAKE, THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE DROPPED, AND AN ABNORMAL NOISE WAS HEARD. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE COULD NOT BE DRIVEN AND HAD IT TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE INDEPENDENT MECHAN…
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 DODGE CALIBER. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE VEHICLE STARTED TO SHAKE, THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE DROPPED, AND AN ABNORMAL NOISE WAS HEARD. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE COULD NOT BE DRIVEN AND HAD IT TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE INDEPENDENT MECHANIC DIAGNOSED THAT THE FRAME BECAME DETACHED. THE CONTACT THEN TOWED THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER (HANCOCK COUNTY CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP RAM, 845 WASHINGTON, NEWELL, WV 26050, (304)-387-3100) WHERE IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE VEHICLE COULD NOT BE REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE, BUT NO FURTHER ACTION WAS TAKEN. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 70,000. *TT *JB
NHTSA ODI #11112986
Mileage unknown · Jul 18, 2018
Structure
CAR WENT IN FOR REPAIR AND WAS ADVISED THAT SUBFRAME HAS ROTTED OUT. IT HAS BARELY 106,000 MILES ON IT. THIS VEHICLE HAS A KNOWN PROBLEM OF THE FRAME RUSTING OUT BAD. MECHANIC IS TRYING TO FIX IT BUT IT MAY NOT BE WORTH IT. CAR MAY FALL A PART AT ANY TIME. THIS CAR NEEDS TO BE RECALLED AT LEAST THE SUBFRAME, IT IS NOT SAFE AND C…
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CAR WENT IN FOR REPAIR AND WAS ADVISED THAT SUBFRAME HAS ROTTED OUT. IT HAS BARELY 106,000 MILES ON IT. THIS VEHICLE HAS A KNOWN PROBLEM OF THE FRAME RUSTING OUT BAD. MECHANIC IS TRYING TO FIX IT BUT IT MAY NOT BE WORTH IT. CAR MAY FALL A PART AT ANY TIME. THIS CAR NEEDS TO BE RECALLED AT LEAST THE SUBFRAME, IT IS NOT SAFE AND COSTS THE OWNERS WAY TOO MUCH TO REPAIR WITH VERY FEW MILES ON IT.
NHTSA ODI #11112072
132,000 miles · Jul 16, 2018
Structure
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 DODGE CALIBER. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, AN ABNORMAL NOISE WAS HEARD COMING FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. IN ADDITION, THE VEHICLE STARTED SHAKING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO COLUMBIANA CHRYSLER JEEP DODGE RAM (100 COMMERCE CIR, COLUMBIANA, OH 44408, (330) 482-4415) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FRONT EN…
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 DODGE CALIBER. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, AN ABNORMAL NOISE WAS HEARD COMING FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. IN ADDITION, THE VEHICLE STARTED SHAKING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO COLUMBIANA CHRYSLER JEEP DODGE RAM (100 COMMERCE CIR, COLUMBIANA, OH 44408, (330) 482-4415) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FRONT END CRADLE NEEDED TO BE REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 132,000.
NHTSA ODI #11111727
Official recalls
4Dec 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.
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.
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.
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.
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