KnownCarProblems2007 Dodge Caliber Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 884 complaints with NHTSA about the 2007 Dodge Caliber, most often about the suspension (29% of complaints, typically around 75,000 miles). It is the most complained-about Caliber model year since 2000 and has 4 recalls.
Most common 2007 Dodge Caliber problems
Suspension
255 complaints · 29%Half of these problems showed up before 75,000 miles. Parts named most often: front, rear.
The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Caliber. The contact stated the tires were wearing prematurely. The tires were replaced at an independent tire facility twice within one year due to the failure. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the contact was informed that the lower control arms were causing the…
I own a 2007 Dodge Caliber sxt. Recently took it in to be repaired because car was pulling severely to one side while driving and making bad grinding sounds. Mechanic discovered the inner and outer tie rods and also the ball joints on both sides in the front of the vehicle were so deteriorated that he deemed the…
Electrical
197 complaints · 22%Half of these problems showed up before 91,500 miles. Parts named most often: ignition, wiring, software, instrument cluster/panel.
Passenger headlight not turning on. After replacing bulb it powered on one or two more times then would not turn on again. After much research I have found that the tipm is the result, and that it is very expensive to fix. Since headlight have to pass safety inspections and the tipm appears to be faulty, this should…
The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Caliber. The contact was driving 30 MPH when all of the lights on the instrument panel illuminated and the vehicle suddenly accelerated. The contact also mentioned that after the ABS lamp illuminated, the system engaged which caused him to temporarily lose control of the vehicle. The…
Body and structure
158 complaints · 18%Half of these problems showed up before 109,500 miles. Parts named most often: body, frame and members.
Upon hitting a small pothole, the subframe broke causing a loss of steering into oncoming traffic. Luckily there were no accidents. The tires now go two separate directions. After getting the vehicle towed to a repair shop, they discovered the subframe had rusted through due to the air compressor leaking directly onto…
Just filing a complaint about substandard manufacturing of my vehicle cross member parts. Substandard material was used and severe corrosion is a result. Chrysler has a recall for repair. Could pose safety issues if parts rust completely through.
Speed control
104 complaints · 12%Half of these problems showed up before 77,000 miles. Parts named most often: accelerator pedal.
Dodge failed to notify me of a recall on my gas pedal. Due to this the pedal stuck as I was driving the vehicle reaching speeds of 80+ on a back road. I contacted a dealer which got me in the next day but it was going to take a day to get the part in. So in the mean time I was suppose to drive my car on the roads so…
When accelerating the pedal sticks on my '07 Dodge Caliber sxt. Causes the RPM's to jump and loose control of the speed of the vehicle. It has happened three times now. Just received a recall notice for the accelerator on a 2007 Dodge Caliber. They inspected it and said it was not with in the dates the manufacturers…
Steering
98 complaints · 11%Half of these problems showed up before 62,000 miles. Parts named most often: linkages, rack and pinion.
Tl contact owns a 2007 Dodge Caliber. While driving approximately 25-30 MPH, the contact stated that the accelerator pedal became stuck when it was depressed and the vehicle accelerated up to 80 MPH. When the contact applied the brakes, the vehicle did not slow down. The steering wheel would not move and the gear…
The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Caliber. While driving approximately 30 MPH, the contact heard a knocking noise coming from the front suspension. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the technician stated that the control arm, outer tie rod ends and ball joints would need to be replaced. The vehicle was not…
Engine
94 complaints · 11%Half of these problems showed up before 80,000 miles. Parts named most often: engine, exhaust system, cooling system.
The contact owned a 2007 Dodge Caliber. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, the vehicle started to make a loud noise and it stalled. The contact also stated that she tried to restart the vehicle a total of three times and the vehicle caught fire on the last attempt. The fire department was notified and no…
Driving at 35 MPH, car suddenly lost power and lightning symbol appeared on dash. Drove it home on side streets at very low speed (would not accelerate past 10-15 MPH) put a code reader on the car and came up with code p2119. This is a very dangerous situation, and could very easily cause an accident that could result…
Lights
93 complaints · 11%Half of these problems showed up before 95,000 miles. Parts named most often: headlights, brake lights.
Low beam headlight on passenger side will not turn on but the high beam works fine. Have checked wiring and fuses and it seems to be the tipm. Took into a shop and they said that it is the tipm telling the light not to turn on so in other words its a bad tipm. I was made aware that the part would be close to $1200.…
The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Caliber. The contact stated that the passenger's side low beam failed and days later, the driver's side low beam also failed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the technician was unable to find a problem. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure…
Transmission
80 complaints · 9%Half of these problems showed up before 76,000 miles. Parts named most often: automatic transmission, manual transmission, axle assembly.
The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Caliber. While parked, the contact attempted to move the gear shifter to drive but it was stuck in park. The contact was able to move the gear shifter after several minutes. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostics or repairs. The approximate failure mileage was 76,000.
The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Caliber. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, a howling noise would be heard from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the contact was informed that the vehicle needed new brakes, tie rods and a transmission. The vehicle was not repaired.…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2007 Dodge Caliber recalls
Equipment
Risk: If the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.
Fix: 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.
Full defect summary
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
Speed control: accelerator pedal
Risk: Should the pedal bind or become stuck, it can be overcome by smart brakes which override the accelerator pedal in certain conditions.
Fix: 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.
Full defect summary
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.
Wheels and tires: hub
Risk: This could allow unintended movement of the vehicle under certain conditions and cause a crash without warning.
Fix: 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.
Full defect summary
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.
Brakes: control unit/module
Risk: This could result in a loss of vehicle control and cause a crash without warning.
Fix: Dealers will reprogram the ABS electronic control unit. The recall began on february 19, 2007. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Full defect summary
On certain vehicles, the antilock brake system (ABS) control module software may cause the rear brakes to lock up during certain braking conditions.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
NHTSA defect investigations
Sticking accelerator pedal
Summary
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
Questions about the 2007 Dodge Caliber
- What are the most common problems with the 2007 Dodge Caliber?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: suspension (255 complaints, typically around 75,000 miles); electrical (197 complaints, typically around 91,500 miles); body and structure (158 complaints, typically around 109,500 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2007 Dodge Caliber have?
- 4 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from December 21, 2017 (equipment). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2007 a bad year for the Dodge Caliber?
- It is the most complained-about Caliber model year since 2000, with 884 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.