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2007 Dodge Caliber Problems and Repair Histories

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2007 Dodge Caliber

Engine not specified

Dodge Caliber in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2010 20000   First odometer entry
Mar 2013 37000 195 Wipers fail to shut off; stay in intermittent mode; Parts are on order since Mar 13, 2013; unk if new part will fix, cost below is for labor only 

 

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2007 Dodge Caliber 4dr Hatch

172-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD

Dodge Caliber in Illinois, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2007 0   First odometer entry
Jun 2012 148000 385 2 struts, ball joint and tie rod. 
Mar 2013 164000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2007 Dodge Caliber 4dr Hatch

172-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD

Dodge Caliber in Kentucky, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2006 0   First odometer entry
May 2010 65000 100 Vacuum line for emissions had to be replaced Control arm was ready to break, needed to be replaced Brakes replaced for all 4 wheels, rotors turned. AC recharged 
Aug 2011 76000 600 Replace Tie rod and Lower control arm 
Dec 2012 84000 475 Fuel pump replaced 
Mar 2013 85000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Dodge Caliber in Pennsylvania, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2006 0   First odometer entry
Jun 2007 37000 0 Coolant leak from engine, parts ordered and replaced. Accelerator pedal assembly replaced due to bushings that fell out. Water leak at sunroof repaired. 
May 2008   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Dodge Caliber in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2006 0   First odometer entry
Oct 2010 66000 1650 Front struts were leaking. Very soft and bouncy suspention. Replaced all struts, completed alignment. 
Apr 2013 98000 1400 Check engine light with P0420. Manifold/Catalytic replaced and fixed code. Alternator made a loud grinding noise. Removed and replaced. 

 

Dodge Caliber in Indiana, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2008 11000   First odometer entry
Feb 2008 12000 0 Sunroof water leak, front passenger a post. 
Mar 2008 14000 0 Recurrance of water leak possibly from sun roof, Caliber was outside during 2 days of steady rain. Water visibly leaked in around front a pillar where plastic molding meets the headliner. Dealer found possible entrance point around hinge bracket ... 
Jan 2009 22000 0 Brake switch stuck off. Water leak around rear window. Possible from spoiler mounting bolts.  
Feb 2009 22000 0 Tie rod ends worn out, both sides. 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Dodge Caliber in Michigan, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2007 11000   First odometer entry
Apr 2008 17000 0 Weather stripping not properly attached around passenger door. Wheels and steering wheel aligned. Driver side mirror broken. 
Apr 2009   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Dodge Caliber in Maryland, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2008 92 Check engine light was on. Some kind of computer update was performed. Light came back on within 30 miles 
Jan 2009 0 Catalytic converter replaced. 
Feb 2009 0 Replaced tires and discovered tie rod ends are bad. Tape around windows has started to peel, bad acceleration, too much plastic! Radio sounds cheap and steering wheel controls are backwards, POS Dodge. I will be selling it soon. 
Jun 2010 70000 200 Speed sensor needed to be replaced 
Jan 2011 79000 300 Alternator went bad, wiring caught fire. This car is a POS 
Mar 2011 86000 520 Car died AGAIN. Had to be towed AGAIN. Wiring to alternator had to be replaced. Did I mention that this car is a total POS? 
Dec 2012   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Dodge Caliber in Quebec, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2006 620   First odometer entry
May 2008 18880 0 Rear suspension noise. Problem came from the trailer hitch hitting the tail pipe 
Aug 2008 20460 0 Rattle in the front end. They replaced 2 tie rods 
Mar 2009 25420 0 Replacing front end bushing (x4) 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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.

 

Dodge Caliber in Pennsylvania, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2009 32000   First odometer entry
Jun 2009 34000 0 tires wear out after 6000 miles filed lemon law waiting to hear from chrysler tires have been replaced 3 times at chryslers expense. problem started after first 6000 miles in june of 2007. dealer has no interest in finding the problem.  
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Dodge Caliber in Wisconsin, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2006 1000   First odometer entry
Feb 2007 20000 0 First a check engine light that they could not diagnose. The next day, I had a battery light on that could not be diagnosed. Immediately following those two trips to the shop, the car would not go more than 5 miles per hour. It seems as though the driv First a check engine light that they could not diagnose. The next day, I had a battery light on that could not be diagnosed. Immediately following those two trips to the shop, the car would not go more than 5 miles per hour. It seems as though the driv 
Mar 2007   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Dodge Caliber in Pennsylvania, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2009 30000   First odometer entry
Dec 2009 31000 0 Replaced Clunking rear shock 
Mar 2010 33500 0 Back to shop for right rear suspension noise(loud snapping noise on some potholes) This time they replaced all right side suspension components.  
Feb 2011 44000 107 Noise from front end. Replaced lower control arms(including ball joints) and tie rod ends. 
Apr 2011 46000 107 Alternator failed, serpentine belt broke. Car was towed to dealer, alternator and belt replaced. 
Sep 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2007 Dodge Caliber 4dr Hatch

158-horsepower 2.0L I4 CVT FWD

Dodge Caliber in Quebec, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2007 620   First odometer entry
Apr 2010 21080 0 a weird noise on the road when passing in a hole, a bump, a denivelation 
Oct 2010 23740 0 problem with a mechanical and electronic piece that regulate the air flow to the motor (papillon) 
Dec 2010 25420 0 break pads were gone at 80-90% 
Nov 2012   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Dodge Caliber in Michigan, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2010 38000   First odometer entry
Aug 2010 40000 170 1. Headlight--must be replaced at shop. 2. Brakelight--just had them do it because in for headlight. 3. Leak causing floor to be wet on passenger side front & back--incoming spot not determined. Must take elsewhere for testing. 
Aug 2011 47700 700 Needed new "arms" in suspension. I had requested an alignment and the dealership said the arms were broken, the car was dangerous to drive, and there was no point in doing the alignment until they were repaired. 
Dec 2012 54000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Dodge Caliber in Great Britain
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2009 10000   First odometer entry
Dec 2009 11000 0 key failure had to get code and re programme 
Oct 2010 18000 0 N/S wishbone and bush replaced under waranty, know problem to CJD 
Nov 2012 35500 120 Ball joint 
Feb 2013 37000 70 Tyre pressure sensor 
Mar 2013 38000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Dodge Caliber in Ohio, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2009 27000   First odometer entry
Feb 2010 40500 100 Window switch went out. Front brakes need replacing along with rotors. 
Jun 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Dodge Caliber in North Carolina, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2010 128000   First odometer entry
Mar 2011 155000 110 Power door lock on drivers door failed replaced solenoid 
Jun 2011 166000 200 Lower ball joints were replaced 
Oct 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Dodge Caliber in New Brunswick, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2012 47120   First odometer entry
Feb 2012 47120 0 loose tie rod ends both sides 

 

Dodge Caliber in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2011 54000   First odometer entry
Apr 2011 55300 0 A/C Power Outlet and Bluetooth 
Mar 2012 72000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Dodge Caliber in Kentucky, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2009 60000   First odometer entry
Aug 2012 141000 0 The valve cover gasket was changed under lifetime powertrain warranty. My plan is to drive it until the wheels fall off then tow it to the dealer and let them put the wheels back on since that’s what the warranty dictates them to do. 
Mar 2013 158000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Dodge Caliber in Louisiana, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2007 16490 As soon as I drove it out of the dealership I noticed that nothing on the steering column was working, indicators, headlight control, wind shield wipers etc, as well as the digital display on the Panels. Had to have several relays replaced...obviouly bad 

 

Dodge Caliber in Michigan, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2011 64000   First odometer entry
Dec 2011 77000 825 Odd noises coming from the front of the car again, dealership replaced front struts sound is gone and driving much better 

 

Dodge Caliber in New York, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2011 19000   First odometer entry
Jun 2011 21000 700 lower control arms loose recently; AC failed around 12k compressor needs to be replaced 
Mar 2013 24000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Dodge Caliber in New Hampshire, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2006 1000   First odometer entry
Mar 2010 122000 180 Tie-rod end. Other side was replaced a year earlier. 
Nov 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Dodge Caliber in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2007 620   First odometer entry
Oct 2009 22940 0 LOOSE AND WORN LEFT OUTER TIE ROD END 
Jul 2011 44640 150 Both front lower control arms replaced on extended warranty. Alignment was then required, $150 not covered on warranty. 
Mar 2013 62620   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Dodge Caliber in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2010 42000   First odometer entry
Jul 2010 43700 0 CVT transmission replaced. Had started slipping sometimes, but would have gone longer without being repaired. 
Oct 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Dodge Caliber in Massachusetts, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2006 0   First odometer entry
Sep 2010 76000 100 Lower control arms replaced due to wear. 
Dec 2011 92000 900 Low beam out on passenger headlight. TPIM had to be replaced. 
Dec 2012   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Dodge Caliber in Arizona, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2007 12000   First odometer entry
Aug 2008 22000 0 Antilock Brake sensor failed. Light came on. Was replaced under warranty by dealer. 
Sep 2008 23000 0 Outer Passenger A/C-Heat Vent plastic slat snapped and broke off when trying to open/adjust. 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Dodge Caliber in Finland
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2006 0   First odometer entry
Mar 2007 9920 0 Door alignment caused paint damage. 
Oct 2009 84940 900 Instrument panel illumination. 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Dodge Caliber in Minnesota, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2007 5000   First odometer entry
Apr 2009 13000 45 Check engine light was coming on about once a month. Tech said it needed a new intake manifold. Seat heaters sometimes work and sometimes don't. Lighted cupholder lights don't always light up. 
May 2009 14000 0 Parts had been ordered for intake manifold because check engine light had been coming on. Parts installed. Parts came in to repair seat heater. Installed successfully. Parts had been ordered for lighted cupholders. Installed successfully. 
Jul 2009 19000 0 Had parts installed in May for non-working seat heater. Problem started again in July. Found that there was a problem with a pin in the connector on the electric cable under the seat. 
Jan 2010 24000 0 All of a sudden had NO power steering. Was able to get to a close dealer and they replaced power steering fluid line. 
Jul 2010 41000 160 Loud squeaking metallic sound when brakes applied fairly firmly. Rear of vehicle. They inspected, said brakes were fine but they cleaned off a lot of dirt and brake dust. 
Jul 2011 63000 0 When driving slowly, a "growl" from the engine or trans is heard. Slower speed, slower growl sound. Tech said he couldn't hear it well enough over the engine sound to diagnose so nothing was done. Told to drive it until it gets worse. 
Sep 2011 67000 100 The "growl" from the transmission that was reported earlier got worse. Tech was able to hear it. They installed a new transmission. Some sort of brake part related to the ABS was replaced. 
Mar 2012 71000 100 I had noticed a clunking in the front when going down bumpy road or driveway. The found tie rod end was bad, and replaced it. 
Jun 2012 83000 100 Heard clunking when I went over bumps. They found the struts were leaking and replaced them. 
Mar 2013 104000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Dodge Caliber in Pennsylvania, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2006 2000   First odometer entry
Oct 2007 17000 0 I had the car in for inspection and was told that the back drum brakes were not wearing properly for a car that is only a year old and that this could cause severe wear on the rotors 
Jun 2010 57000 300 squeaking and clunking coming from front end. control arms needed to be replaced. bushings went bad, but cannot buy just the bushings 
Jul 2012 99000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Dodge Caliber in Puerto Rico
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2006 0   First odometer entry
Mar 2007 17000 0 According to the service advisor, the rear wiper motor had stopped functioning because of a faulty setting in the car's computer; did not require replacing the motor. The issue was resolved. 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Dodge Caliber in Arizona, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2006 0 Spark Knock, Exhaust ping noise, Sun Visor broken. 
Mar 2007 15000 0 Dash top panel warped. Was missing clip. 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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 Tennessee, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2007 19000   First odometer entry
Oct 2007 21000 0 right front headlight loose it had to be replaced. passenger side mirror trim loose had to be replaced. headlights out of adjustment did not shine far enough down the road doge said they do not cover headlamp adjust did myself Replaced headlight. Replaced mirror trim. 
Apr 2008 24000 0 Service engine light came on while on a trip to Florida. The problem was the up stream oxygen sensor it was replaced and the problem was sloved. 
Dec 2008 33000 0 Check engine light came on all they could pull up was what they said was an inactive code it was the oxygen sensor. No repair was made and they reset the computer. 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Dodge Caliber in Texas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2006 3000   First odometer entry
Aug 2007 10000 0 The horn ceased to work. The shop said that they had checked all of the wires and connections, but that they couldn't find the problem and that it may be with the main computer. They said that their main electrical mechanic wasn't going to be in until lat 
Nov 2007 12000 0 Horn was non-functional. I was told that the horn itself had gone bad, so it was fully replaced. 
Dec 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Dodge Caliber in Quebec, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2006 2480   First odometer entry
Jun 2008 22320 270 my car is still brand new only 36000 I baby this car can not believe my eyes had to change 2 tie rods front shocks were leaking this in my eyes is shocking and I only get 375 km to a tank 
Nov 2008 26660 290 Did tie rod at 35000 km an they had to redo them at 42000 km an they had to change the screw for the alignment which car had to stay in shop overnight an I had to pay for wheel alignment twice. 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Dodge Caliber in Manitoba, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2006 10540   First odometer entry
Mar 2008 27900 0 Engine cooling system, it takes to long to worm up engine on cold days. It was detected thermostat opens at 60 C, that is to low for Canadian climate. 
Sep 2008 31000 0 Security not allowed to start engine or lift windows information on the dash was "no bus new computer was install 
May 2009   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Dodge Caliber in Romania
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2007 1860   First odometer entry
Feb 2008 3720 0 Rear window sprinkler leaks. One way valve installed (TSB). 
Mar 2009 16740 0 Banging from front left wheel. Some rubber piece gave in, making loose some metal parts.. all suspension arm needed replaced. I cannot translate name of the part in English. 
Aug 2009 23560 200  
Feb 2011 34720 200 stuck in 1st gear (cvt), rust damaged the sensor, replaced 200$ paid by me 
Sep 2011 42160 700 clunks fw wheels, driver and pasanger, LCA to replace. 
Mar 2013 53320   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Dodge Caliber in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2006 0   First odometer entry
Jul 2008 46500 17 Cruise switch quit. I replaced myself in 20 minutes. Part cost $17 
Oct 2009 69440 80 Replaced right lower ball joint with a quality aftermarket part.  
Dec 2009 75020 85 Replaced left ball joint 
Feb 2010 77500 87 REPLACED RIGHT OUTER TIE ROD END 
Jun 2010 91760 200 REPLACED STEERING RACK AND PINION ASSEMBLY WITH A REBUILT UNIT 
Mar 2012 121520 75 REPLACED ALTERNATOR DECOUPLER PULLEY 
Oct 2012 124400 350 REPLACED THROTTLE BODY DUE TO DEFECTIVE CONTROL MOTOR 
Apr 2013 129580 200 REAR CONTROL ARM BUSHINGS WORN, REPLACED CONTROL ARMS LEFT AND 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.

 

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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.

 

Dodge Caliber in Nova Scotia, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2006 0   First odometer entry
Feb 2007 8060 0 sqeeky clutch pedal (greased) defrost selector would not stay on windshield setting when cold outside (HVAC head unit replaced) vibration pasenger ft wheel wekll - tightened liner 
Aug 2007 14920 0 engine concern, computer flashed, successful. 1.5 hours in shop 
Aug 2008 31000 30 Driver's side tail light assembly constantly fogged with water droplets. Unit replaced under warranty, no cost to owner. Both lower control arms worn and replaced under warranty. Mechanic detected excessive premature wear during inspection. Metal snapping noise in engine compartment on downshift through gears 4 to 2 only when engine warm. Could not replicate during inspection. To return when symptons are detectable Metal snapping noise previously described was duplicated by Service manager. However the source cannot be determined with accuracy without further research. Assessment is ongoing. Suspected cam shaft bolt(s) 
Sep 2008 31000 0 Dealer decided to apply customer service notice and checked the cam shaft bolts even though the engine manufacture date code was outside the range. Checked, found not the problem. Further research by dealer results in statement that it is normal noise 
Oct 2008   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Dodge Caliber in Poland
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2007 0   First odometer entry
Feb 2008 9920 0 Sometimes there's a rattling in the right side of the cockpit (not sure if the word is correct) when driving on very uneven road. (Un)fortunately the problem disappeared a few days before my appointment and never occured again - so no repair this time ... 
Aug 2009 21700 1480 During the routine check a problem with the front left control arm was discovered. Verified the problem at the independent mechanics and ordered the parts. Successfully replaced the front left control arm. 
Nov 2009 24800 0 Replaced cracked and leaking CV boots. 
Oct 2011 42160 2000 Many problems discovered - related to suspension mainly. Do not know English terms for most of them - will need to look up in a dictionary, sorry! 
Dec 2012 50840   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Dodge Caliber in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2007 0 coolant leak 
Apr 2007 0 check engine light on - diesel noise in engine 
Jun 2007 0 diesel noise in engine 
Jul 2007 0 rear washer leak 
Aug 2007 0 Clutch squeak and rear washer leak 
Nov 2007 5580 0 Problem with clutch making squeaks and weird noises when car in neutral. 
Jul 2008 9920 0 Air bag light came on and then turned off...loose connector 
Oct 2008 11780 0 CV Joint Boot cracked. 
Jan 2009 14260 0 Control arms for front passenger side. 
Apr 2011 31000 0 Front suspension clinking. Sway bar bushings replaced 
May 2011 31600 0 Clinking continues. Backordered transmission mount. 
Jun 2011 32240 0 A/C Compressor was making noise. A/C Compressor replaced. 
Jul 2011 33480 0 Throttle body replaced, re-learned pcm 
Oct 2011 34100 0 Transmission mount replaced - clearly needed to be. 
Nov 2011 35000 0 Previous clunking still evident. Eventually replaced front brake pads, and noise is now gone...FINALLY!! 
Mar 2013 42780   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Dodge Caliber in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2011 67580   First odometer entry
Jun 2011 78120 500 replace both front struts  rear drums and shoes replaced  
Jan 2012 85560 700 lower ball joints and control arm bushings 
Mar 2013 110360   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Dodge Caliber in Minnesota, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2010 71000   First odometer entry
Jun 2010 75000 70 Headlights started to fail. took to a shop and turned out the headlamps were failing low voltage bad headlamp, computer was able to store problem. Changed both headlamps and cleared the computer. all is well as I write this. 
Feb 2011 88000 888 Had tie rods replaced. Power steering hose replaced. front brake job 
Sep 2011 100000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2007 Dodge Caliber 4-door

4-cylinder CVT AWD

Dodge Caliber in Iowa, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2006 5000   First odometer entry
Nov 2009 65000 0 Struts and swaybar end links replaced. 
Dec 2009 67000 0 Both control arms, second time. 
Sep 2010 79000 0 Tie rods. 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2007 Dodge Caliber 4-door

4-cylinder CVT 2WD

Dodge Caliber in New Brunswick, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2007 3720   First odometer entry
Apr 2007 6820 0 Noisy Brake/Tranmission safety interlock, part ordered and was installed quickly 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Dodge Caliber in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2007 1860   First odometer entry
Jul 2007 3720 0 Transmission light came on with a loss of power. There was a TSB on the problem and a software update was required. 
Feb 2008 12400 0 Left tie rod end replaced. 
May 2008   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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