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Dodge Calibers for which no problems have been reported are not displayed. So the Dodge Caliber problems and repair histories you see here should not be used to infer car problem frequency.
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Dodge Caliber Reliability through December 31, 2012
General NotesModels and statistics marked with an asterisk (*) have very low sample sizes. These results, visible only to logged-in members, provide only a rough estimate of car reliability.Any result under 20 repair trips per 100 cars is likely a result of the small sample size, and should be expected to increase to 20 or so in future updates.
New models often start out with high repair rates, and then improve as the manufacturer identifies and addresses common problems. MethodologyOnly successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
| Year | Make/Model | Trips/Year/100 Cars | Compared to all models for the same year | |
| 2008 | Dodge Caliber | 10 Calibers, 6.3 months of data per Caliber, average 57300 miles Small sample size. Join or 10 Calibers, 6.3 months of data per Caliber, average 57300 miles Small sample size. sign in to view |
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| 2007 | Dodge Caliber | 27 Calibers, 10.7 months of data per Caliber, average 70500 miles 46 |
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2009 Dodge Caliber 4dr Hatch
158-horsepower 2.0L I4 CVT FWD
| Dodge Caliber in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2009 | 0 | Replaced tail light - moisture in lens | |
| Dodge Caliber in Mississippi, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2011 | 0 | Ignition switch replaced because car would not turn off even when key was removed. | |
| Apr | 2011 | 0 | Engine light came on. An audible click, click, click noise behind console. Front windshield wipers lag on left hand sweep. Took it to dealer, they kept it 2 days and could not duplicate the problem. I'll go back when it happens again. | |
| May | 2011 | 0 | Engine light on again, shut it off. Battery dead next morning. Had it towed to dealer. Today they said it's the total integrated power module aka tipM. It controlls all electrical signals to everything, including wipers a/c and engine. It took over a week to locate a TIPM, apparently manufacturer has them backordered. Got it home, so far everything works. Took trip to carwash after leaving dealer. Sunroof leaks. Water running into overhead light and dripping out. | |
2008 Dodge Caliber 4dr Hatch
158-horsepower 2.0L I4 CVT FWD
| Dodge Caliber in Michigan, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2008 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2008 | 3000 | 0 | Metallic clunk when driving over a sharp bump while slightly turning. |
| Aug | 2008 | 4000 | 0 | Metallic clunk when turning and hitting a bump. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Dodge Caliber in Ohio, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2008 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2008 | 2000 | 0 | Transmission is very jerky when under 35 MPH on deceleration or Acceleration Stereo speakers rattled badly. Replace all four door speakers. (TSB) |
| Aug | 2008 | 3000 | 0 | Transmission jerks badly whenever accelerate or decellerate under 35 MPH. Shop ran diagnostics, had me drive with "flight recorder" attached. Says data was "inconclusive". |
| Nov | 2008 | 5000 | 0 | Jerky transmission was partially corrected by computer updates. Is much better above 25, but still very jerky under 25mph |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2008 Dodge Caliber 4dr Hatch
158-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
| Dodge Caliber in Iowa, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2008 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2008 | 3000 | 0 | Air conditioner compressor not engaging. Dealer states R134 very low. Refilled and added dye in case problem returns they will be able to locate leak. Took 1.5 hours including engine oil change. |
| Aug | 2008 | 9000 | 0 | R134 refrigerant leak, replaced filter/drier and hose to drier. Recharged system. So far air conditioning is now working fine. |
| Jun | 2009 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2008 Dodge Caliber 4dr Hatch
148-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| Dodge Caliber in Michigan, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2008 | 2000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2008 | 6000 | 0 | Pulls to the left. Tire rotation at maintenance interval along with an alignment did not correct the problem. |
| Nov | 2008 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Dodge Caliber in South Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2008 | 1000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2008 | 2000 | 0 | Popping noise from front end. It was determined that a control arm wasn't torqued to spec. |
| May | 2010 | 49000 | 100 | Bad rear wheel bearing. |
| Mar | 2011 | 70000 | 150 | Front lower ball joint had too much play in it. |
| Sep | 2011 | 80000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2007 Dodge Caliber 4dr Hatch
172-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD
| Dodge Caliber in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2006 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2006 | 19000 | 0 | Black tape on exterior B pillar bubbled up. Cell phone holder in arm rest moves excessively by itself. |
| Jan | 2007 | 20000 | 0 | Blackout tape on B pillar bubbled up, was replaced. E-brake rattle The only other issue was the center arm rest was replaced due to it moving too easily. You could lean on it lightly and have the thing shoot forward. Or hit the brakes and have it move forward. |
| May | 2007 | 24000 | 0 | TSB to reflash CVT transmission to fix poor launch. Both front seats creaked under acceleration and cornering. Rear brakes moan loudly while reversing slowly and brakes are cool. All panels rattle at high bass, some road bumps. Weather stripping on front passenger door retreating. Driver door creaked when window rolled all the way up, and then attempted to roll up more. Driver door panel creaks when pulled on. When pulling down on wiper handle (to initiate 1 sweep of blades) mister comes on intermittently as well. Was told they were unable to replicate the issue. |
| Feb | 2008 | 32000 | 20 | Blackout tape bubbling. |
| Jun | 2008 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2007 Dodge Caliber 4dr Hatch
158-horsepower 2.0L I4 CVT FWD
| Dodge Caliber in Saskatchewan, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2006 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2006 | 1860 | 0 | Check engine light came on after block heater was first plugged in. They're not sure how to fix it. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Dodge Caliber in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2006 | 2000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2007 | 13000 | 0 | Poor performance from stop with A/C on. Poor throttle response. Rear sunshade in luggage area rattles. Dealer found defective part. New Part ordered. |
| May | 2007 | 14000 | 0 | Sunshade replaced, rattle gone. |
| Sep | 2007 | 19000 | 0 | Water leak. Water was entering hatch and ending up in spare tire well. Leaked fixed successfully. 3rd brake light housing had to be resealed. |
| Jan | 2008 | 24000 | 77 | Left wiper blade leaves streaks. Blade was replaced. Did not resolve problem. Dealer replace wiper arm. Did not resolve problem. Brakes make squeaks when brakes are applied.Was told this normal since brakes are semi-metallic. Nothing can be done. |
| May | 2008 | 34000 | 0 | Tie rod ends were worn. Dealer discovered it while changing the oil. |
| Mar | 2009 | 45000 | 100 | Power Control Module(PCM). They kept car overnight as part needed to be ordered. Rental car provided. |
| Aug | 2009 | 51000 | 0 | Lower control arm bushings noisy. Dealer replaced both lower control arm as well as bushings which were split. Dealer also replaced both struts for to leakage and bushing noise. |
| Dec | 2009 | 55000 | 100 | Left CV boot and bushing torn. Also replaced axle left side. Also replace lower control arm left side and bushing on the right. |
| Dodge Caliber in Washington, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2006 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2006 | 2000 | 0 | Upon traveling over 4000' passes & returning to sealevel, car bucked hard after stops. Dealer said the software had changed air-fuel ratio. Software reprogram solved problem. |
| Mar | 2008 | 21000 | 0 | The parts were delivered & installed to repair my rear window wiper. It functioned well after I left the dealer. However, it has malfunctioned again! |
| Oct | 2012 | 53000 | 700 | Gasket between engine & transmission was replaced. |
| Mar | 2013 | 58000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2007 Dodge Caliber 4dr Hatch
148-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| Dodge Caliber in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2006 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2006 | 1240 | 0 | Ticking noise when car was stopped and turned off. Shop replaced pipe and muffler. |
| Mar | 2007 | 3100 | 0 | Code P0573 Brake switch stuck off |
| Jun | 2008 | 11780 | 100 | Squeaking rear drum brakes cleaning service fixed problem |
| May | 2009 | 18600 | 0 | Passenger side window would go down but not up. Dealer replaced 2 switches and a regulator under warranty. |
| Aug | 2009 | 20460 | 220 | I had a rubbing sound in the passenger rear when turning left. It was rust buildup on the rear brake drum. The dealer had the rust sanded off which resolved the noise. |
| Jan | 2010 | 23140 | 0 | Replaced both front outer tie rod ends. Replaced both front lower control arm/bushing assemblies |
| Oct | 2012 | 39680 | 350 | The oil pan had rusted out and was leaking oil from pin holes in the pan |
| Mar | 2013 | 41540 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
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