IllustrationRATTLING NOISE FROM THE TIRES SINCE I BOUGHT IT. EVERYTIME I GO OVER ANY BUMPS IN THE ROAD BUT ESPECIALLY GOING OVER THE BRIDGE ITS MAKES THE MOST NOISE, KIND OF SCARY I TOOK IT IN THEY SAID THEY PUT A FOAM BEHING THE HUB TO STOP THE RATTLING BUT IS THAT SAFE? *TR
2007 Dodge Caliber
Owner reports · Recalls · Investigations
More warning signs than most Caliber years
Owner complaints for the 2007 Dodge Caliber are substantially higher than the model-year median of 165.
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Owner complaints by model year
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What owners reported most
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When problems were reported
Mileage at the reported incident
820–25K
9925–50K
14450–75K
14575–100K
192100–150K
85150K+
747 reports with mileage · 137 unknown
NHTSA’s mileage field refers to the reported incident, not necessarily the filing date. This shows report counts, not the likelihood of a failure.
What to inspect
Issues worth paying extra attention to based on owner reports.
- Suspension. Review the 255 owner reports in this category and discuss these concerns during a pre-purchase inspection. Read reports →
- Electrical System. Review the 197 owner reports in this category and discuss these concerns during a pre-purchase inspection. Read reports →
- Structure. Review the 158 owner reports in this category and discuss these concerns during a pre-purchase inspection. Read reports →
NHTSA owner reports · September 18, 2026 snapshot.
54 crash reports18 fire reports28 injury reports
What owners actually said
884 reportsA DODGE CALIBER LOCKED ME OUT IN THE MIDDLE OF NOWHERE WITH THE VEHICLE RUNNING AND THE KEYS LOCKED INSIDE. THIS IS AN ENGINEERING DEFECT. THERE IS A COMPUTER WHICH GENERATES THE "LOCK" SIGNAL AND IT SHOULD NEVER DO SO WITHOUT A DRIVER AS DETECTED BY THE SEAT SWITCH. THIS PROBLEM COULD BE FIXED WITH A LINE OR TWO OF CODE ON THE …
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A DODGE CALIBER LOCKED ME OUT IN THE MIDDLE OF NOWHERE WITH THE VEHICLE RUNNING AND THE KEYS LOCKED INSIDE. THIS IS AN ENGINEERING DEFECT. THERE IS A COMPUTER WHICH GENERATES THE "LOCK" SIGNAL AND IT SHOULD NEVER DO SO WITHOUT A DRIVER AS DETECTED BY THE SEAT SWITCH. THIS PROBLEM COULD BE FIXED WITH A LINE OR TWO OF CODE ON THE COMPUTER. IT IS POSSIBLE FOR THE CAR TO LOCK OUT THE DRIVER WHO GETS OUT TO SAVE HIS KIDS FROM A BURNING VEHICLE ETC, SO THIS IS A SAFETY HAZARD. A MORE COMMON MISHAP WOULD BE THE PEOPLE WITH MANUAL GARAGE DOORS WHO GET OUT TO CLOSE THE GARAGE DOOR, THEN THE CAR LOCKS ITSELF WITH THE KEYS IN THE CAR. NO CAR SHOULD EVER LOCK ITSELF AUTOMATICALLY WITHOUT A DRIVER AS DETECTED BY THE SEAT SWITCH. *TR
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 DODGE CALIBER. THE BATTERY WARNING INDICATOR LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND THE FLASH AND HAZARD LIGHTS MALFUNCTIONED. THE DEALER REPROGRAMMED THE COMPUTER; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE CONTINUED. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 42,000 AND FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 25,…
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TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 DODGE CALIBER. THE BATTERY WARNING INDICATOR LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND THE FLASH AND HAZARD LIGHTS MALFUNCTIONED. THE DEALER REPROGRAMMED THE COMPUTER; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE CONTINUED. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 42,000 AND FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 25,000.
MY 2007 DODGE CALIBER HAS AN OFF IDLE HESITATION WHEN YOU START TO PULL A WAY FROM A STOP LIGHT, THE CAR ALSO HAS A CRACKING/SNAPPING SOUND COMING FROM THE LOWER RIGHT CORNER OF THE WINDSHIELD WHEN GOING OVER SMALL BUMPS OR CRACKS IN THE ROAD THIS ACCRUES AT ANY SPEED THE CAR ALSO MAKES A RATTLING NOISE WHEN IT IS FIRST STARTED…
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MY 2007 DODGE CALIBER HAS AN OFF IDLE HESITATION WHEN YOU START TO PULL A WAY FROM A STOP LIGHT, THE CAR ALSO HAS A CRACKING/SNAPPING SOUND COMING FROM THE LOWER RIGHT CORNER OF THE WINDSHIELD WHEN GOING OVER SMALL BUMPS OR CRACKS IN THE ROAD THIS ACCRUES AT ANY SPEED THE CAR ALSO MAKES A RATTLING NOISE WHEN IT IS FIRST STARTED AND CONTINUES UNTIL THE CAR WARMS UP,THIS HAPPENS IN WARM OR COOL TEMPERATURES, ALSO THE REAR DOOR SPEAKERS ARE RATTLING AND I DO NOT LISTEN TO LOUD MUSIC THE CAR HAS 7500 MILES ON IT. *TR
TAIL PIPE OF CAR IS CUT TOO SHORT SOMETIMES SMELL EXHAUST FUMES IN CAR. *JB
MY SON WAS DRIVING ABOUT 15 MPH AND HIT A SMALL HOLE IN THE ROAD AND THE RIGHT FRONT TIRE SIDE WALL BLEW OUT. THIS IS THE SECOND TIME THIS YEAR. THE FIRST WAS WITH ME DRIVING THE CAR AND ALL I DID WAS GO OFF THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND COME BACK ON AND THE SIDE OF THE ROAD WASN'T THAT BAD THIS WAS WITH THE LEFT FRONT TIRE. TODAY TH…
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MY SON WAS DRIVING ABOUT 15 MPH AND HIT A SMALL HOLE IN THE ROAD AND THE RIGHT FRONT TIRE SIDE WALL BLEW OUT. THIS IS THE SECOND TIME THIS YEAR. THE FIRST WAS WITH ME DRIVING THE CAR AND ALL I DID WAS GO OFF THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND COME BACK ON AND THE SIDE OF THE ROAD WASN'T THAT BAD THIS WAS WITH THE LEFT FRONT TIRE. TODAY THERE WAS A VAN IN FRONT AND HAD NO PROBLEM AFTER DRIVING THROUGH THE HOLE. THE TIRES ARE FIRESTONE AFFINITY TOURING T4 P215/60R17 95T M&S. I DON'T KNOW HOW MANY MAY HAVE BEEN REPORTED, BUT THIS HAPPEN TO US AND AFTER TWO TIME AND ON THE FRONT WITH THE ORIGINAL TIRES, THE FIRST TIES HAD ABOUT 2,000 MILES ON IT AND THIS ONE HAS 5,565 ON IT. I THINK THAT YOU NEED TO TAKE A LOOK AT THIS TIRE. THANKS, TOM *TR
PAINT ON FROM BUMPER PEELS OFF WHILE WASHING THE CAR. *JB
2007 DODGE CALIBER HAVE HAD THIS CAR SINCE JUNE 2006. IN THE 14 MONTHS I HAVE HAD IT ON AVERAGE IT SEEMS AT LEAST ONCE A MONTH I HAVE TO TAKE TIME OUT OF MY SCHEDULE/WORK TO GO TO THE DEALERSHIP DROP IT OFF AND EXPLAIN THE SAME REPEAT PROBLEMS. THIS NOT ONLY TAKES TIME BUT I ALSO HAVE TO MAKE OTHER ARRANGEMENTS FOR TRANSPORTAION…
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2007 DODGE CALIBER HAVE HAD THIS CAR SINCE JUNE 2006. IN THE 14 MONTHS I HAVE HAD IT ON AVERAGE IT SEEMS AT LEAST ONCE A MONTH I HAVE TO TAKE TIME OUT OF MY SCHEDULE/WORK TO GO TO THE DEALERSHIP DROP IT OFF AND EXPLAIN THE SAME REPEAT PROBLEMS. THIS NOT ONLY TAKES TIME BUT I ALSO HAVE TO MAKE OTHER ARRANGEMENTS FOR TRANSPORTAION. THE CAR HAS HAD A GRINDING TYPE NOISE UPON IGNITION SINCE I BOUGHT IT ALONG WITH THE ENGINE CONSTANTLY WANTING TO STALL UPON SLOW DOWN OR COMPLETE STOPS AND THEN TRYING TO ACCELORATE AGAIN. THIS HAS CAUSED ME TO NEARLY BE REARENDED AND OR HIT NUMEROUS TIMES. EACH TIME I HAVE HAD IT IN THE SERVICE CENTER I AM TOLD THE GRINDING NOISE CAN NOT BE DETECTED. I PICK THE CAR UP AND NO SOONER THAN I GET HOME AND LEAVE AGAIN IT HAPPENS. AS FOR THE STALLING I WAS TOLD IT WAS THE POWER CONTROLL MODULE AND IT WAS REPLACED AND THEY CONSIDERED IT REPAIRED. THIS WAS IN JANUARY, IT IS SEPTEMBER AND STILL THIS IS HAPPENING MORE AND MORE OFTEN. I HAVE HAD IT BACK NUMEROUS TIMES. THERE ARE MANY OTHER PROBLEMS WITH THIS VEHICLE THAT THE SERVICE CENTER HAS TOLD ME WAS'NT A PROBLEM OR THEY HAVE CORRECTED AND IT CONTINUES. *TR
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
SINCERE CONCERN OVER THE DOOR LOCK FUNCTION. WHEN THE UNLOCK BUTTON IS PRESSED, THE BUTTONS POP UP AT A VERY FAST SPEED AND PROTRUDE UPWARD. CONCERN: WHEN PASSENGERS ARE RESTING THEIR HEADS AGAINST THE DOORS, AND THE UNLOCK IS PRESSED, THE PASSENGERS ARE VULNERABLE TO HAVING THEIR EYE EXTENSIVELY DAMAGED. NO INCIDENT HAPPEN…
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SINCERE CONCERN OVER THE DOOR LOCK FUNCTION. WHEN THE UNLOCK BUTTON IS PRESSED, THE BUTTONS POP UP AT A VERY FAST SPEED AND PROTRUDE UPWARD. CONCERN: WHEN PASSENGERS ARE RESTING THEIR HEADS AGAINST THE DOORS, AND THE UNLOCK IS PRESSED, THE PASSENGERS ARE VULNERABLE TO HAVING THEIR EYE EXTENSIVELY DAMAGED. NO INCIDENT HAPPENED OTHER THAN PASSENGER'S ARM WAS INJURED BY SAME ACTION/LOCK. *JB
Official recalls
417V824000 · Equipment
Dec 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.
10V234000 · Vehicle Speed Control:accelerator Pedal
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.
07V196000 · Wheels:hub
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.
06V493000 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip:control Unit/module
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.