Is the Dodge Caliber Reliable?

Q: Is the Dodge Caliber reliable?

The Dodge Caliber scores 72/100 on the VinCheckEngine reliability index, which rates as "Good" for the 2007–2012 model years. Run a free VIN report at vincheckengine.com for vehicle-specific analysis.

Q: What year Caliber is most reliable?

Among recently analyzed years, the 2012 Dodge Caliber scored highest with a reliability score of 57/100. Fewer recalls and complaints were reported for that model year.

Q: How many miles does a Caliber last?

With regular maintenance, most Dodge Caliber owners report 150,000–200,000+ miles of reliable service. High-mileage examples frequently appear at auction. Always verify with a VIN history report before purchasing a used Caliber.

2007–2012 defect & recall-risk analysis from citable NHTSA data.

The score ranks this model's recall intensity against other sedans — plus systemic-defect concentration and any open federal investigations. It measures defect and recall risk, not long-term mechanical durability, and is deliberately not skewed by how many were sold.

72/100

Good

Reliability Score

Total Recalls

1471

Owner Complaints

Reported Injuries

Reported Deaths

Recall intensity (what drives the score)

0.0 recalls/yr vs. sedan median 1.2/yr

Safety record (separate score)

Lowno open investigations · 2 deaths, 66 injuries on record

Own a Dodge Caliber? Check your specific VIN for a full history report.

Dodge Caliber Reliability by Year

Model Year	Recalls	Complaints	Injuries	Deaths	Reliability Score	Rating
2012	0	49	5	—	57	Fair
2011	0	121	5	—	57	Fair
2010	1	128	11	—	57	Fair
2009	0	181	5	—	57	Fair
2008	0	300	14	2	57	Fair
2007	2	692	26	—	57	Fair

Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.

How the Caliber Compares to Similar Vehicles

Dodge Caliber72/100

Sedan Category Average72/100

The Caliber scores exactly at the sedan average.

Known Dodge Caliber Reliability Issues

The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:

SUSPENSION

210

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

163

STRUCTURE:BODY

126

ENGINE

POWER TRAIN

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

Based on 1471 owner complaints across recent model years.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Dodge Caliber reliable?+

The Dodge Caliber scores 72/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 6 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 3 recall campaigns and 1471 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.

What year Caliber is most reliable?+

Among the years analyzed, the 2012 Caliber achieved the highest reliability score of 57/100 with 0 recalls and 49 complaints.

How many miles does a Caliber last?+

With consistent maintenance, most Dodge Caliber owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Caliber will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.

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Check a Specific Dodge Caliber VIN

Model-level reliability scores show general trends. A VIN-specific report reveals the exact history of any individual vehicle — accidents, odometer records, auction events, and open recalls.

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