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Chart based on 11 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2007 Dodge Caliber 4dr Hatch
172-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD
24000 mi
TSB to reflash CVT transmission to fix poor launch.
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.
67000 mi
US $100
The "growl" from the transmission that was reported earlier got worse. Tech was able to hear it. They installed a new transmission.
43300 mi
CVT transmission replaced. Had started slipping sometimes, but would have gone longer without being repaired.
55000 mi
US $100
Left CV boot and bushing torn. Also replaced axle left side.
86000 mi
US $400
Transmission Control Module
78000 mi
US $160
automatic transmission control box box needed adjusting. Car would not drive more than 10 miles per hour.
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