2010 DODGE CALIBER

2 recalls, 246 complaints - 67 TSBs

16V668000 Sep 15, 2016
AIR BAGS
Defect Description
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. The Occupant Restraint Control (OCR) module may short circuit, preventing the frontal air bags, seat belt pret... Read more
Consequence
If the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags are disabled, there is an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants in the event of a vehicle crash that necessitates deployment of these safety systems.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the OCR, free of charge. Interim letters informing owners that parts are not available yet were mailed on October 26, 2016. The recall began on August 15, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number... Read more
1,435,625 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
10V197000 May 11, 2010
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Defect Description
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 DODGE CALIBER VEHICLES. SOME VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH AN INCORRECT DOOR LOCK ROD IN THE RIGHT FRONT DOOR.
Consequence
AN UNLATCHED DOOR COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF AN UNBELTED FRONT SEAT PASSENGER BEING EJECTED FROM THE VEHICLE.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE FRONT RIGHT DOOR LOCK ROD AS REQUIRED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JUNE 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
123 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: CHRYSLER GROUP LLC

Complaint Statistics

246 total complaints 17 crashes 5 fires 21 injuries 2 deaths

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM30
AIR BAGS28
SUSPENSION21
UNKNOWN OR OTHER20
POWER TRAIN20
ENGINE20
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL19
SEAT BELTS14
STEERING12
EXTERIOR LIGHTING8
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Nov 2, 2025
Incident date: Oct 31, 2025
We took a trip from Daleville, Alabama to Las Vegas, Nevada. Before we left, We took my 2019 RAM 2500 Bighorn diesel pickup to our local Ram dealership, Mitchel Chrysler Dodge in Enterprise, Alabama to have it inspected, to make sure there wouldn't be any problems along the way. They cleared it, and... Read more
STEERING Nov 2, 2025
Incident date: Oct 31, 2025
We took a trip from Daleville, Alabama to Las Vegas, Nevada. Before we left, We took my 2019 RAM 2500 Bighorn diesel pickup to our local Ram dealership, Mitchel Chrysler Dodge in Enterprise, Alabama to have it inspected, to make sure there wouldn't be any problems along the way. They cleared it, and... Read more
LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST Nov 2, 2025
Incident date: Oct 31, 2025
The “travel assist currently not available” warning keeps coming on over and over through a drive cycle. The dealer is telling me that the steering wheel needs to replaced. Since the car is out of the warranty period, they advised that the cost will be $999.
POWER TRAIN Apr 21, 2025
Incident date: Feb 1, 2025
About five weeks ago I decided I was going to take my kids to the park. Well, when we got there our vehicle wouldn’t go out of park and was stuck with a check engine light on and an emission light on. So, we had to tow it to Honda and they didn’t have a loaner vehicle for us while they were di... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 21, 2025
Incident date: Feb 1, 2025
The contact owns a 2022 Ford Bronco Sport. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V019000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repa... Read more
POWER TRAIN Mar 10, 2025
Incident date: Jan 9, 2025
Based on driver operator report, Vehicle suddenly stalls on the road/freeway. Dash panel indicates a warning message: "Engine Malfunction Power reduced Service now". I am managing a fleet. Our Company is Golden Route Operations in Las Vegas, NV. We have 35 units of this year and brand model.
POWER TRAIN Mar 10, 2025
Incident date: Jan 9, 2025
My truck's CV axles broke around 20,000 miles. Replacement parts weren't available. This was a safety issue because I expected a new truck with low mileage to be reliable. If I wasn't technically inclined, I might not have understood the danger. The dealership replaced them under warranty, but they ... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS Oct 15, 2024
Incident date: Oct 15, 2024
Two of my three 2019 Tacoma’s drivers side door hinges broke clean off the door frame.
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES Oct 15, 2024
Incident date: Oct 15, 2024
The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving at 55 MPH, she noticed in the rearview mirror that her steel chainsaw was hanging from the vehicle and pulled over to the right side of the road. Once outside the vehicle, she noticed the tailgate opened independ... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY Oct 15, 2024
Incident date: Oct 15, 2024
Two of my three 2019 Tacoma’s drivers side door hinges broke clean off the door frame.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING Apr 21, 2024
Incident date: May 17, 2023
Driving along [XXX] in Alabama to Mississippi, the Highlander completely shut off - the dash & radio were blank. The steering wheel locked up. Luckily there was no vehicles behind or beside us when this happened. Within seconds, the truck came back on. 15 minutes prior, we were sitting in a parking ... Read more
LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST Apr 5, 2024
Incident date: Mar 26, 2024
Vehicle drifts on the highway and pulls hard to the left, which is a very concerning safety issue. I have already taken the vehicle to the dealer; they did a calibration of the eyesight. The problem still persists, especially when driving the vehicle on the highway. This has almost pulled me into ... Read more
AIR BAGS Nov 1, 2023
Incident date: Oct 25, 2023
My son and I hit a deer and his back passenger seat seatbelt didn’t lock and my air bag light came on but they never deployed
Crash 1 injured
SERVICE BRAKES May 12, 2023
Incident date: May 11, 2023
Recall on brakes says it's fixed. My brakes fail alot suspension chunks all the time and steering feels like tire is falling off
STEERING May 12, 2023
Incident date: May 11, 2023
Recall on brakes says it's fixed. My brakes fail alot suspension chunks all the time and steering feels like tire is falling off
SUSPENSION May 12, 2023
Incident date: May 11, 2023
Recall on brakes says it's fixed. My brakes fail alot suspension chunks all the time and steering feels like tire is falling off
AIR BAGS Sep 29, 2022
Incident date: Sep 14, 2022
The contact owns a 2010 Dodge Caliber. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the air bag warning light intermittently illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where an unknown diagnosis and repair were completed; however, the failure persisted. The manufacturer was n... Read more
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION Aug 30, 2022
Incident date: Aug 16, 2022
The airbag light on the dashboard kept going on and off with a ring when it came on.
SUSPENSION Jul 24, 2022
Incident date: Jul 22, 2022
Noticed the vehicle was making creaking and grinding sounds from the rear suspension. This forcing the car to struggle to reverse. Noticed a large portion of the rear suspension/subframe was rusted and was cracking.
AIR BAGS May 13, 2022
Incident date: Apr 27, 2022
The contact owns a 2010 Dodge Caliber. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 40 MPH, she lost control of her vehicle. The contact stated that she crashed into a pole, however, the air bag did not deploy. The contact stated that there were no warning lights illuminated at the time. T... Read more
Crash
SUSPENSION Mar 19, 2022
Incident date: Mar 12, 2022
I took my car to my repair man he was trying to see why my tires had the steel treads showing and the car shaking. Once up on the lift he found the subframe was rusted out. He ordered a new frame which took all my savings. He was surprised I made it off the expressway without an accident.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Mar 19, 2022
Incident date: Mar 12, 2022
I took my car to my repair man he was trying to see why my tires had the steel treads showing and the car shaking. Once up on the lift he found the subframe was rusted out. He ordered a new frame which took all my savings. He was surprised I made it off the expressway without an accident.
SUSPENSION Feb 12, 2022
Incident date: Feb 3, 2022
I forgot to tell you that the control arms on both sides and lower ball joints on both sides went bad because of the rotted frame on the car where the A frame sits is loose because of the rotted frame I grew up at the beach area and we never had rotted frames on any of the cars that we had dodge sho... Read more
SUSPENSION Feb 12, 2022
Incident date: Feb 12, 2022
I went to mavis to get new tires for my car they showed me the frame car is not repairable and they showed me the back frame under neith the car and also showed me the rotted frame that's 2 places that's rotted I hope dodge dealer will replace the rotted frames some one can get killed because of the... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING Dec 16, 2021
Incident date: Dec 9, 2021
Driver's side headlight stopped working and the bulb is still good. Called the dealership and apparently this is a common problem they know that they r trying to charge 1200 dollors to fix. They should have to fix the headlights because it's the manufacturers fault that they don't work correctly. Ca... Read more
SUSPENSION:SUBFRAME/MOUNTING BRACKET Apr 26, 2021
Incident date: Feb 10, 2021
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 DODGE CALIBER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENTIRE SUBFRAME WAS RUSTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER OR INDEPENDENT MECHANIC TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT INFORMED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 186,... Read more
SUSPENSION Mar 23, 2021
Incident date: Mar 23, 2021
I NOTICED ON MY 2010 DODGE CALIBER THAT MY FRAME THAT ATTACHES JUST BEHIND THE OIL PAN IS REALLY RUSTY!! I THINK IT IS FROM THE PLACEMENT OF THE AC DRAIN HOSE POINTS DOWN RIGHT ON TOP OF IT. IT HAS SLOWLY DETERIORATE OF THE YEARS FROM RUNNING AC THESE LAST FEW HOT SUMMERS. I AM VERY SCARED TO DRIVE ... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Jan 7, 2021
Incident date: Jan 4, 2021
FRONT SUBFRAME IS RUSTED OUT WITH VISIBLE HOLES. MANUFACTURER ONLY EXTENDED WARRANTY AND DID NOT ISSUE RECALL. I JUST FOUND OUT AND TRIED TO GET IT REPAIRED BUT EXTENDED WARRANTY IS EXPIRED AND THEY WILL NOT COVER COSTS. TONS OF OWNERS COMPLAINING ABOUT THIS AS IT IS LISTED AS FRONT AND REAR CRO... Read more
SUSPENSION Jan 7, 2021
Incident date: Jan 4, 2021
FRONT SUBFRAME IS RUSTED OUT WITH VISIBLE HOLES. MANUFACTURER ONLY EXTENDED WARRANTY AND DID NOT ISSUE RECALL. I JUST FOUND OUT AND TRIED TO GET IT REPAIRED BUT EXTENDED WARRANTY IS EXPIRED AND THEY WILL NOT COVER COSTS. TONS OF OWNERS COMPLAINING ABOUT THIS AS IT IS LISTED AS FRONT AND REAR CRO... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY Jan 7, 2021
Incident date: Jan 4, 2021
FRONT SUBFRAME IS RUSTED OUT WITH VISIBLE HOLES. MANUFACTURER ONLY EXTENDED WARRANTY AND DID NOT ISSUE RECALL. I JUST FOUND OUT AND TRIED TO GET IT REPAIRED BUT EXTENDED WARRANTY IS EXPIRED AND THEY WILL NOT COVER COSTS. TONS OF OWNERS COMPLAINING ABOUT THIS AS IT IS LISTED AS FRONT AND REAR CRO... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY Jan 5, 2021
Incident date: Sep 17, 2020
FRAME RUSTED, BROKE AND DAMAGED THE VEHICLE. TOTAL LOSS.
STEERING Jan 5, 2021
Incident date: Sep 17, 2020
FRAME RUSTED, BROKE AND DAMAGED THE VEHICLE. TOTAL LOSS.
SUSPENSION Dec 28, 2020
Incident date: Sep 22, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 DODGE CALIBER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE HAVING A RECALL REPAIR PERFORMED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V668000 (SEAT BELTS, AIR BAGS) AT MAGUIRE DODGE RAM OF SYRACUSE (959 HIAWATHA BLVD W, SYRACUSE, NY 13204, (844) 327-8693) THE TECHNICIAN INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT ... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Dec 24, 2020
Incident date: Nov 22, 2020
MY CAR JUST TURNED OFF WHILE DRIVING AND HASN'T STARTED AGAIN I HAVE A NO BUS ERROR ON THE ODOMETER AND I CHANGED THE CRANKSHAFT SENSOR AND CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR AND STILL WON'T START BUT ALL THE LIGHTS AND LOCKS STILL WORK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Nov 26, 2020
Incident date: Nov 16, 2020
HORN ISNT WORKING AT ALL. CHECKED HORN TO SEE IF IT WAS BROKEN , REMOVED AND TESTED ON ANOTHER TRUCK, THEY WORKED. CHECKED FUSES AND THERE IS NO POWER TO ETHER FUSE. THERE IS NO HORN RELAY. IT IS PART OF THE TIPM. THE RELAY IS ON THE TIPM UNIT. VEHICLE WAS PARKED. WHEN I FOUND OUT THE HORN FAILED.
AIR BAGS Nov 9, 2020
Incident date: Oct 23, 2020
MY AIRBAG LIGHT IS GOING ON AND OFF RANDOMLY WHILE I AM DRIVING. IF I AM ON A HIGHWAY FOR A DISTANCE THE LIGHT WILL GO OFF UNTIL I BRAKE OR HIT A SMALL BUMP THEN IT WILL DING AND COME ON AGAIN. WHEN DRIVING ON CITY STREETS IT WILL GO OFF AND ON QUITE A BIT.
SUSPENSION Nov 5, 2020
Incident date: Nov 1, 2020
OK SO LET ME START BY SAVING LIVES THERE IS A SERIOUS PROBLEM WITH ALL THESE CALIBER THE SUBFRAMES ARE ROTTING IN HALF I KNOW BECAUSE I HAVE 3 OTHER PEOPLE WHO HAVE THIS STUPID CAR AND THEY RUSTED IN HALF ON THEM ALSO THINGS TO ADD TO THIS CAR IS THERE IS NO UPPER BALL JOINT WHICH CAUSE THE LOWER CO... Read more
POWER TRAIN Nov 5, 2020
Incident date: Nov 1, 2020
OK SO LET ME START BY SAVING LIVES THERE IS A SERIOUS PROBLEM WITH ALL THESE CALIBER THE SUBFRAMES ARE ROTTING IN HALF I KNOW BECAUSE I HAVE 3 OTHER PEOPLE WHO HAVE THIS STUPID CAR AND THEY RUSTED IN HALF ON THEM ALSO THINGS TO ADD TO THIS CAR IS THERE IS NO UPPER BALL JOINT WHICH CAUSE THE LOWER CO... Read more
STEERING Nov 5, 2020
Incident date: Nov 1, 2020
OK SO LET ME START BY SAVING LIVES THERE IS A SERIOUS PROBLEM WITH ALL THESE CALIBER THE SUBFRAMES ARE ROTTING IN HALF I KNOW BECAUSE I HAVE 3 OTHER PEOPLE WHO HAVE THIS STUPID CAR AND THEY RUSTED IN HALF ON THEM ALSO THINGS TO ADD TO THIS CAR IS THERE IS NO UPPER BALL JOINT WHICH CAUSE THE LOWER CO... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Oct 7, 2020
Incident date: Sep 9, 2020
THE CROSSMEMBER OR ENGINE CRADLE RUSTED THROUGH CAUSING A LOT OF CREAKING NOISES WHILE BEING DRIVEN. UPON DIAGNOSIS IT WAS RECOMMENDED TO BE REPLACED IMMEDIATELY.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Jul 31, 2020
Incident date: Jul 15, 2020
THE FRONT AND REAR SUBFRAME ARE ROTTED/RUSTED TO THE POINT IT IS READY TO COLLAPSE IN HALF AT ANY GIVEN TIME. THERE WAS A WARRANTY EXTENSION ON THE VEHICLE THAT EXPIRED IN DEC. 2019 AND ORIGINALLY WAS EXTENDED BY 5 YEARS IN 2017. I DO NOT FEEL THAT THIS IS ADEQUATE DUE TO THE POTENTIAL HAZARD THIS W... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING Jul 1, 2020
Incident date: Jun 22, 2020
2010 DODGE CALIBER WITH HEADLIGHT FAILURES CAUSED BY FAULTY FUSE BOX (TIPM). I REPLACE BULBS AND ONE HEADLIGHT WILL NOT LIGHT LOW BEAM OR HIGH BEAM. ALL THE FUSES ARE GOOD. IT HAS ALSO AFFECTED HOW THE CAR RUNS AND HAS STALLED ON THE ROAD. THIS IS THE 4TH OR FIFTH INCIDENT I HAVE HAD WITH THE CAR, ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jul 1, 2020
Incident date: Jun 22, 2020
2010 DODGE CALIBER WITH HEADLIGHT FAILURES CAUSED BY FAULTY FUSE BOX (TIPM). I REPLACE BULBS AND ONE HEADLIGHT WILL NOT LIGHT LOW BEAM OR HIGH BEAM. ALL THE FUSES ARE GOOD. IT HAS ALSO AFFECTED HOW THE CAR RUNS AND HAS STALLED ON THE ROAD. THIS IS THE 4TH OR FIFTH INCIDENT I HAVE HAD WITH THE CAR, ... Read more
ENGINE Jul 1, 2020
Incident date: Jun 22, 2020
2010 DODGE CALIBER WITH HEADLIGHT FAILURES CAUSED BY FAULTY FUSE BOX (TIPM). I REPLACE BULBS AND ONE HEADLIGHT WILL NOT LIGHT LOW BEAM OR HIGH BEAM. ALL THE FUSES ARE GOOD. IT HAS ALSO AFFECTED HOW THE CAR RUNS AND HAS STALLED ON THE ROAD. THIS IS THE 4TH OR FIFTH INCIDENT I HAVE HAD WITH THE CAR, ... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER May 30, 2020
Incident date: Feb 21, 2020
I'VE NEVER BEEN IN AN ACCIDENT BUT THE DRIVER'S HEADREST STILL BROKE. WHY DID THIS HAPPEN? *TR
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT May 30, 2020
Incident date: Feb 21, 2020
I'VE NEVER BEEN IN AN ACCIDENT BUT THE DRIVER'S HEADREST STILL BROKE. WHY DID THIS HAPPEN? *TR
STEERING Mar 5, 2020
Incident date: Jan 4, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 DODGE CALIBER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THEIR SON WAS DRIVING AND ATTEMPTING TO MAKE A LEFT TURN INTO A PARKING LOT, THE DRIVER'S SIDE FRONT WHEEL DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A CERTIFIED MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE FRONT CROSSMEMBER WAS CO... Read more
SUSPENSION Mar 5, 2020
Incident date: Jan 4, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 DODGE CALIBER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THEIR SON WAS DRIVING AND ATTEMPTING TO MAKE A LEFT TURN INTO A PARKING LOT, THE DRIVER'S SIDE FRONT WHEEL DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A CERTIFIED MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE FRONT CROSSMEMBER WAS CO... Read more
AIR BAGS Jan 20, 2020
Incident date: Dec 30, 2019
THIS IS MY SECOND COMPLAINT TO YOU IN REGARDS TO A FAULTY AIRBAG THAT WAS INSTALLED AT YOUR YORKVILLE, NY CARBONE LOCATION. ON DECEMBER 28 ,2018 I WENT INTO THE YORKVILLE, NY LOCATION TO HAVE AN AIRBAG RECALL TAKEN CARE OF. THEN I HAD TO RETURN TO CARBONE IN YORKVILLE, NY ON DECEMBER 30 , 2019 BECA... Read more
AIR BAGS Jan 3, 2020
Incident date: Dec 30, 2019
ON DECEMBER 28, 2018 I WENT TO CARBONE DODGE IN YORKVILLE NY FOR THEM TO FIX AN AIRBAG RECALL. THEN ON DECEMBER 30, 2019 I HAD TO RETURN TO CARBON DODGE BECAUSE THE MY AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON IN MY CAR. NOW THIS IS A FAULTY AIRBAG THAT THEY REPLACED ON MY CAR AN CHARGED ME $107.66 TO DIAGNOSIS THE ISSU... Read more

Showing 50 of 246 complaints.

EPA Fuel Economy, 2010 DODGE CALIBER

Trim / Engine City MPG Highway MPG Combined MPG Fuel Type Annual Fuel Cost
2.0L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) 23.0 31.0 26.0 Regular $2,400
2.0L 4-cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios) (Front-Wheel Drive) 23.0 27.0 25.0 Regular $2,500
2.4L 4-cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios) (Front-Wheel Drive) 21.0 25.0 23.0 Regular $2,700
2.4L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) 23.0 29.0 25.0 Regular $2,500

CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Small Station Wagons)

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.

Technical Service Bulletins, 2010 DODGE CALIBER

67 manufacturer communications from 34 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
350000 EQUIPMENT12
160000 STRUCTURE6
220000 SEATS5
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY4
222300 SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT3
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING3
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL3
221300 SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT3
9100226 Sep 15, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. There is an error with the wiring diagrams in Service Library that is causing
9100226 Sep 15, 2023
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. There is an error with the wiring diagrams in Service Library that is causing
9100196 Jul 27, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Lubrication and Maintenance Fluids If MOPAR fluids and chemicals are not readily available, please review Service Library for specifications so a suitable alternative can be used
S2209000004 Apr 2, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
If a Mopar oil filter is not available, use a filter that meets or exceeds USCAR36 specification and is compatible with semi and full synthetic oils.
S2209000004 Apr 2, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
If a Mopar oil filter is not available, use a filter that meets or exceeds USCAR36 specification and is compatible with semi and full synthetic oils.
9004509 Mar 30, 2022
103230 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:FLUID/LUBRICANT:FILTER/SCREEN
Oil Filter If a Mopar Oil Filter is not available, use a filter that meets or exceeds USCAR36 specification and is compatible with semi and full synthetic oils. Recommended Brands: Wix, Purolator, and NapaGold
9004009 Apr 7, 2021
100000 POWER TRAIN
Transmission Kit with Torque Converter 1. All Promaster (VF) 3.6L/62TE equipped vehicles. If the transmission bracket to the transmission case fasteners are removed during servicing, the fasteners (Part Number 06511385A$) are one-time usag
71063 Dec 17, 2020
221300 SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT
Warranty Bulletin D-20-21 (X91) Active Head Restraint - Select 2010 Dodge Journey (JC), Dodge Avenger/Chrysler Sebring (JS), Dodge Nitro (KA), Jeep Liberty (KK), Jeep Compass/Jeep Patriot (MK), Dodge Caliber (PM), Dodge Caravan/Chrysler Tow
71063 Dec 17, 2020
222300 SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT
Warranty Bulletin D-20-21 (X91) Active Head Restraint - Select 2010 Dodge Journey (JC), Dodge Avenger/Chrysler Sebring (JS), Dodge Nitro (KA), Jeep Liberty (KK), Jeep Compass/Jeep Patriot (MK), Dodge Caliber (PM), Dodge Caravan/Chrysler Tow
70726 Dec 7, 2020
221300 SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT
Warranty Bulletin D-20-21 (X91) Active Head Restraint - Select 2010 Dodge Journey (JC), Dodge Avenger/Chrysler Sebring (JS), Dodge Nitro (KA), Jeep Liberty (KK), Jeep Compass/Jeep Patriot (MK), Dodge Caliber (PM), Dodge Caravan (RT)
23-033-20 Dec 5, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Active Head Restraint (AHR) Inadvertent Deployment - X91 Warranty Extension This bulletin involves inspecting the sled bracket striker pin and possibly replacing a front seat AHR that has inadvertently deployed. Customers may comment on t
23-033-20 Dec 5, 2020
220000 SEATS
Active Head Restraint (AHR) Inadvertent Deployment - X91 Warranty Extension This bulletin involves inspecting the sled bracket striker pin and possibly replacing a front seat AHR that has inadvertently deployed. Customers may comment on t
23-033-20 Dec 5, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Active Head Restraint (AHR) Inadvertent Deployment - X91 Warranty Extension This bulletin involves inspecting the sled bracket striker pin and possibly replacing a front seat AHR that has inadvertently deployed. Customers may comment on t
69919 Nov 11, 2020
222300 SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT
Warranty Bulletin D-20-18 (X86) Active Head Restraint - Select 2010-2017 Jeep Compass (MK) and 2010-2012 Dodge Caliber (PM)
69919 Nov 11, 2020
220000 SEATS
Warranty Bulletin D-20-18 (X86) Active Head Restraint - Select 2010-2017 Jeep Compass (MK) and 2010-2012 Dodge Caliber (PM)
69919 Nov 11, 2020
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Warranty Bulletin D-20-18 (X86) Active Head Restraint - Select 2010-2017 Jeep Compass (MK) and 2010-2012 Dodge Caliber (PM)
69919 Nov 11, 2020
222300 SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT
Warranty Bulletin D-20-18 (X86) Active Head Restraint - Select 2010-2017 Jeep Compass (MK) and 2010-2012 Dodge Caliber (PM)
69919 Nov 11, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Warranty Bulletin D-20-18 (X86) Active Head Restraint - Select 2010-2017 Jeep Compass (MK) and 2010-2012 Dodge Caliber (PM)
69919 Nov 11, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Warranty Bulletin D-20-18 (X86) Active Head Restraint - Select 2010-2017 Jeep Compass (MK) and 2010-2012 Dodge Caliber (PM)
69919 Nov 11, 2020
221300 SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT
Warranty Bulletin D-20-18 (X86) Active Head Restraint - Select 2010-2017 Jeep Compass (MK) and 2010-2012 Dodge Caliber (PM)
23-029-20 Nov 6, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Active Head Restraint (AHR) Inadvertent Deployment - X86 Warranty Extension This bulletin involves inspecting the sled bracket striker pin and possibly replacing a front seat AHR that has inadvertently deployed. Customers may comment on t
23-029-20 Nov 6, 2020
220000 SEATS
Active Head Restraint (AHR) Inadvertent Deployment - X86 Warranty Extension This bulletin involves inspecting the sled bracket striker pin and possibly replacing a front seat AHR that has inadvertently deployed. Customers may comment on t
23-029-20 Nov 6, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Active Head Restraint (AHR) Inadvertent Deployment - X86 Warranty Extension This bulletin involves inspecting the sled bracket striker pin and possibly replacing a front seat AHR that has inadvertently deployed. Customers may comment on t
23-029-20 Nov 6, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Active Head Restraint (AHR) Inadvertent Deployment - X86 Warranty Extension This bulletin involves inspecting the sled bracket striker pin and possibly replacing a front seat AHR that has inadvertently deployed. Customers may comment on t
23-029-20 Nov 6, 2020
220000 SEATS
Active Head Restraint (AHR) Inadvertent Deployment - X86 Warranty Extension This bulletin involves inspecting the sled bracket striker pin and possibly replacing a front seat AHR that has inadvertently deployed. Customers may comment on t
9004268 Jun 24, 2020
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
THROTTLE BODY For clarification, only use 68414676A$ on 2010 & earlier vehicles as supply is limited.
9004268 Jun 24, 2020
073300 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:THROTTLEBODY/MANIFOLD
THROTTLE BODY For clarification, only use 68414676A$ on 2010 & earlier vehicles as supply is limited.
9004266 Jun 17, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
TRANSMISSION, 5 Speed On replacing OE transmission 05106567A$/68042567A$ with reman transmission R8142074A$ replace with new Hydraulic Clutch Tube 05273429A$ to avoid interference with shift lever
9004266 Jun 17, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
TRANSMISSION, 5 Speed On replacing OE transmission 05106567A$/68042567A$ with reman transmission R8142074A$ replace with new Hydraulic Clutch Tube 05273429A$ to avoid interference with shift lever
23-015-20 Apr 30, 2020
160000 STRUCTURE
Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19
23-015-20 Apr 30, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19
08-049-20 Apr 22, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are nece
08-049-20 Apr 22, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are nece
18-039-20 Apr 21, 2020
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Possible Driveability Issues due to the Winter-Blend Fuel into the Warmer Season
3100619 Nov 20, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
31-003-19 Nov 20, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
3100519 Nov 20, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
3100619 Nov 20, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
3100419 Nov 20, 2019
130000 VISIBILITY
Authentic Mopar? Glass Replacement This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the recommended usage of Authentic Mopar? Glass.
3100319 Nov 20, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
31-006-19 Nov 20, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
31-004-19 Nov 20, 2019
130000 VISIBILITY
Authentic Mopar? Glass Replacement This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the recommended usage of Authentic Mopar? Glass.
31-005-19 Nov 20, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
31-005-19 Nov 20, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
9003220 Aug 7, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
RADIO [RES] - New and/or Service Exchange For RES radio concerns. Use the wiTECH 2.0 and inspect the radio part number and serial number under the Radio/ECU Details tab. Please verify that the radio part number and/or serial number is not
9003220 Aug 7, 2019
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
RADIO [RES] - New and/or Service Exchange For RES radio concerns. Use the wiTECH 2.0 and inspect the radio part number and serial number under the Radio/ECU Details tab. Please verify that the radio part number and/or serial number is not
23-007-17 REV. B Mar 10, 2017
020000 SUSPENSION
Front And Rear Crossmember Corrosion (X69 Warranty Extension) This bulletin involves inspecting the front and rear crossmembers for perforation/rust through and if necessary, replacing the crossmember(s). Customers may describe a vibratio
23-007-17 REV. B Mar 10, 2017
010000 STEERING
Front And Rear Crossmember Corrosion (X69 Warranty Extension) This bulletin involves inspecting the front and rear crossmembers for perforation/rust through and if necessary, replacing the crossmember(s). Customers may describe a vibratio
23-007-17 REV. B Mar 10, 2017
010000 STEERING
Front And Rear Crossmember Corrosion (X69 Warranty Extension) This bulletin involves inspecting the front and rear crossmembers for perforation/rust through and if necessary, replacing the crossmember(s). Customers may describe a vibratio
23-007-17 REV. B Mar 10, 2017
020000 SUSPENSION
Front And Rear Crossmember Corrosion (X69 Warranty Extension) This bulletin involves inspecting the front and rear crossmembers for perforation/rust through and if necessary, replacing the crossmember(s). Customers may describe a vibratio
23-007-17 REV. B Mar 10, 2017
200000 WHEELS
Front And Rear Crossmember Corrosion (X69 Warranty Extension) This bulletin involves inspecting the front and rear crossmembers for perforation/rust through and if necessary, replacing the crossmember(s). Customers may describe a vibratio
9003687 Mar 8, 2017
150000 SEAT BELTS
Restraints Remove I-Sheet from packaging. Correct information sheet (I-Sheet) has been added to Star Parts. Print I-Sheet for technician use.
9003681 Mar 1, 2017
150000 SEAT BELTS
Restraints Information Sheet (I-Sheet) has been added to Star Parts. Print I-Sheet for technician use.
RL108213A$ Jan 26, 2016
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
NAG1 (5A580) Valve Body As per Warranty Bulletin D-13-22, please use R2108213A$ valve body for all Warranty (W), Mopar (M) and Mopar Vehicle Protection (F) claims.~ Assembly also includes Filter (52108325AA) and Gasket (52108332AA).~
9002887 Feb 11, 2015
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Part Description: Valve Body Assembly Issue Description: Valve body design was changed between 2010MY and 2011MY applications. To prevent mix matching valve bodies and solenoid packs the connectors are color coded.~ Valve bodies with
23-036-13 Nov 12, 2013
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
9002519 Mar 20, 2013
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
82212076, 82203694 - Fabric Cleaner This "fabric cleaner" is not intended for sale in California, the otc states (Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Washington dc
09-001-13 Feb 6, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
Gasoline Engine Diagnostic Inspection Procedure This bulletin provides a procedure to determine repair versus replacement of a gasoline long block engine assembly. This procedure is to be used prior to conducting any engine related repairs
09-001-13 Feb 6, 2013
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
Gasoline Engine Diagnostic Inspection Procedure This bulletin provides a procedure to determine repair versus replacement of a gasoline long block engine assembly. This procedure is to be used prior to conducting any engine related repairs
09-001-13 Feb 6, 2013
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Gasoline Engine Diagnostic Inspection Procedure This bulletin provides a procedure to determine repair versus replacement of a gasoline long block engine assembly. This procedure is to be used prior to conducting any engine related repairs
09-001-13 Feb 6, 2013
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Gasoline Engine Diagnostic Inspection Procedure This bulletin provides a procedure to determine repair versus replacement of a gasoline long block engine assembly. This procedure is to be used prior to conducting any engine related repairs
09-001-13 Feb 6, 2013
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
Gasoline Engine Diagnostic Inspection Procedure This bulletin provides a procedure to determine repair versus replacement of a gasoline long block engine assembly. This procedure is to be used prior to conducting any engine related repairs
09-001-13 Feb 6, 2013
220000 SEATS
Gasoline Engine Diagnostic Inspection Procedure This bulletin provides a procedure to determine repair versus replacement of a gasoline long block engine assembly. This procedure is to be used prior to conducting any engine related repairs
SB-08-024-10 Sep 22, 2010
091200 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM
DODGE: FUEL GAUGE FLUCTUATION. FUEL GAUGE IS NOT ACCURATE OR FLUCTUATES AT 3/4 OF A TANK OR ABOVE. THIS BULLETIN INVOLVES REPLACING THE FUEL SENDING UNIT, CLOCKING THE FUEL MODULE AND INSTALLING A FUEL JUMPER HOSE. *PE
TS-10-045 Jul 19, 2010
017600 STEERING:LINKAGES:KNUCKLE:SPINDLE:ARM
DODGE/JEEP: SOME VEHICLES WERE SHIPPED WITH A HUB FLANGE THAT MAY HAVE BEEN MACHINED OUT OF SPECIFICATION. DEALERS ARE REQUIRED TO INSPECT FRONT ROTOR RUNOUT, AND IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE STEERING KNUCKLE ASSEMBLY(S). *PE UPDATED 11/2
TS-10-045 Jul 19, 2010
021540 SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT
DODGE/JEEP: SOME VEHICLES WERE SHIPPED WITH A HUB FLANGE THAT MAY HAVE BEEN MACHINED OUT OF SPECIFICATION. DEALERS ARE REQUIRED TO INSPECT FRONT ROTOR RUNOUT, AND IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE STEERING KNUCKLE ASSEMBLY(S). *PE UPDATED 11/2
TS-10-045 Jul 19, 2010
021520 SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:UPPER BALL JOINT
DODGE/JEEP: SOME VEHICLES WERE SHIPPED WITH A HUB FLANGE THAT MAY HAVE BEEN MACHINED OUT OF SPECIFICATION. DEALERS ARE REQUIRED TO INSPECT FRONT ROTOR RUNOUT, AND IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE STEERING KNUCKLE ASSEMBLY(S). *PE UPDATED 11/2

NHTSA Safety Investigations, DODGE CALIBER

Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.

PE10012 Opened: Apr 29, 2010 , Closed: Aug 26, 2010
PE, Closed , Model Year: 2007
Sticking 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, 200... Read more

DODGE CALIBER - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the DODGE CALIBER across all model years (2007, 2012).

10 Total Recalls
2,919 Total Complaints
1 Investigations
171 Reported Crashes
51 Reported Fires
4 Reported Deaths

DODGE CALIBER - Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year Recalls Complaints
2012 1 80 View
2011 2 271 View
2010 (current) 2 246
2009 1 355 View
2008 0 570 View
2007 4 1,396 View
2006 0 1 View

Other DODGE Models

Model Recalls Complaints
DURANGO 234 19,190 View
CARAVAN 213 14,304 View
GRAND CARAVAN 203 18,754 View
CHARGER 200 8,152 View
RAM 176 5,521 View
DAKOTA 153 9,250 View
CHALLENGER 102 2,357 View
STRATUS 94 3,621 View