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2007 Dodge Caliber
The problems owners report. The recalls to check. The evidence behind each.
Your vehicle at a glance
Complaint patterns and official recall records, kept distinct.
- Owner complaints
- 884
- Received Mar 2006 to May 2026
Owner reports
Most reported problems
- 1Frame rusts and corrodes through130 complaints · 15% of this vehicle’s complaints
- 2Headlights dim or fail at night76 complaints · 8.6% of this vehicle’s complaints
- 3Unintended acceleration despite braking57 complaints · 6.5% of this vehicle’s complaints
Official NHTSA records
Recalls to check
- Recall #17V824000Chrysler (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
- Recall #10V234000Chrysler 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.
BrakeNews signals
Flagged complaint patterns
Unusual complaint patterns with no matched recall yet. A flag does not mean a recall will happen.
No problems currently meet BrakeNews’s flagging criteria. This is not a safety rating.
How flags are identifiedComplaint counts reflect reports submitted to NHTSA, not failure rates or a reliability ranking. Reported in these complaints: 54 crashes, 18 fires, 38 people injured, 0 deaths.
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Where do owners report problems?
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Showing all 20 listed problems by system.
Engine & powertrain
Brakes
No problems in this category meet this page’s listing criteria. This does not establish that the system is free of problems.
Electrical & lights
Airbags, belts & seats
Steering, suspension & tires
Body, doors & glass
Driver assistance
No problems in this category meet this page’s listing criteria. This does not establish that the system is free of problems.
Other
No problems in this category meet this page’s listing criteria. This does not establish that the system is free of problems.
Complaint history
When NHTSA received these reports. Changes in reporting alone do not establish a change in failure rates.
Show as a table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2006 | 14 |
| 2007 | 32 |
| 2008 | 20 |
| 2009 | 28 |
| 2010 | 78 |
| 2011 | 87 |
| 2012 | 50 |
| 2013 | 69 |
| 2014 | 111 |
| 2015 | 97 |
| 2016 | 53 |
| 2017 | 59 |
| 2018 | 62 |
| 2019 | 43 |
| 2020 | 41 |
| 2021 | 9 |
| 2022 | 15 |
| 2023 | 4 |
| 2024 | 8 |
| 2025 | 2 |
| 2026 (to Oct 2026) | 2 |
| Total | 884 |
Problems owners report
Listed groups have at least 3 complaints. The page includes the 20 largest groups plus any additional flagged groups; some complaints are not assigned to a group.
| Problem | Complaints | Share | Share ratio | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frame rusts and corrodes through | 130 | 15% | – | |
| Headlights dim or fail at night | 76 | 8.6% | – | |
| Unintended acceleration despite braking | 57 | 6.5% | – | NHTSA recall #10V234000 |
| Electronic throttle body fails and cuts power | 30 | 3.4% | – | |
| Ball joints wear out and fail | 29 | 3.3% | – | |
| Automatic transmission shifts unexpectedly or slips | 24 | 2.7% | – | |
| Airbags fail to deploy in crashes | 23 | 2.6% | – | |
| Steering wheel seizes or locks suddenly | 20 | 2.3% | – | |
| Tie rod ends break or come loose | 20 | 2.3% | – | |
| Tires blow out or tread separates | 17 | 1.9% | – | |
| Suspension clunking or rattling noise over bumps | 17 | 1.9% | – | |
| Jeep Cherokee stalls while driving | 15 | 1.7% | – | |
| Engine suddenly shuts off while driving | 14 | 1.6% | – | |
| Suspension struts and shocks wear out early | 14 | 1.6% | – | |
| Seat belt fails to latch or retract | 13 | 1.5% | – | |
| Airbag warning light stays on | 13 | 1.5% | – | |
| Fuel tank or line leaks gasoline | 13 | 1.5% | – | |
| Steering wheel shakes violently at highway speed | 12 | 1.4% | – | |
| Check engine light comes on repeatedly | 11 | 1.2% | – | |
| Steering wanders or pulls at highway speed | 9 | 1.0% | – |
AI groups complaints by meaning; the groups are approximate. Share ratio compares the problem’s share of this vehicle’s complaints with its share on other vehicles over the last 24 months (shown from 3 recent complaints). A 2× ratio means twice the complaint share, not twice the failure risk. Flags mark unusual shares or recent surges after an AI review of the complaint content. “First signal” does not mean the pattern has persisted continuously.How recall estimates are calculated.
Recalls
NHTSA recall #17V824000December 21, 201761,791 vehicles affected
equipment
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
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.
NHTSA recall #10V234000June 3, 201024,825 vehicles affected
vehicle speed control: accelerator pedal
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.
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.
NHTSA recall #07V196000May 7, 2007410 vehicles affected
wheels: hub
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.
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.
NHTSA recall #06V493000December 29, 200650,665 vehicles affected
service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/module
On certain vehicles, the antilock brake system (ABS) control module software may cause the rear brakes to lock up during certain braking conditions.
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.
Other model years
About this data
NHTSA complaints and recalls through October 2026. Complaints are counted once each, however many components they name. Original complaints are on NHTSA's page for the 2007 Dodge Caliber.
Problem groups are formed by AI and may be approximate. BrakeNews flags unusual complaint patterns; they are not official defect findings. Investigation reports are written and checked by AI, with no human review. Owner reports do not establish that a defect exists.
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