Dodge Caliber Problems — All Years, Common Issues & Reliability
Year-by-year breakdown of safety recalls, NHTSA owner complaints, reported deaths, injuries, crashes, and worst problem areas. Updated daily from federal databases.
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Dodge Caliber — Year-by-Year Problem Comparison
| Year | Verdict | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Injuries | Deaths | Top Issue | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012Best | Excellent | — | 49 | 11 | 5 | — | Air Bags | Full report → |
| 2011 | Good | — | 121 | 9 | 5 | — | Air Bags | Full report → |
| 2010 | Good | — | 128 | 10 | 11 | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 2009 | Good | — | 181 | 6 | 5 | — | Power Train | Full report → |
| 2008 | Caution | — | 300 | 19 | 14 | 2 | Suspension | Full report → |
| 2007Worst | Avoid | 1 | 692 | 32 | 26 | — | Suspension | Full report → |
6 model years shown. Crashes, injuries, and deaths from NHTSA complaint filings. Click any year for full details.
Most Common Dodge Caliber Problems
Based on 1,471 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across all model years.
Caliber Years to Avoid
Best Caliber Years to Buy
Not enough data to identify standout low-problem years.
Years with fewest complaints and recalls.
Dodge Caliber Problems by Year
Frequently Asked Questions — Dodge Caliber Reliability
What year Caliber has the most problems?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2007 Dodge Caliber had the highest combined complaint and recall count — 692 complaints and 1 safety recalls. See the full 2007 report for specific defects.
Is the Dodge Caliber reliable?
The Dodge Caliber has accumulated 1,471 owner-filed complaints and 1 safety recalls across all model years in NHTSA's database. There have been 2 reported deaths associated with complaints. The 2012 model year shows the fewest reported issues. Always run a VIN check before purchasing any used Caliber.
What are the most common Caliber problems?
The most frequently cited problem areas are: Suspension (244 reports), Structure (188 reports), Electrical System (175 reports), Power Train (109 reports). Based on NHTSA complaints across all model years.
How do I check if my Caliber has an open recall?
Use the vehicle's 17-character VIN at VinCheckEngine.com. Our free VIN report pulls the latest NHTSA recall data along with auction history, odometer records, and 30+ intelligence signals.
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