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Dodge Caliber repairs by problem area

Engine (20%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (6%)

Brakes and Traction Control (2%)

Suspension and Steering (35%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (20%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (9%)

Other (7%)

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Dodge Caliber body repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (8%)

$100 - $499 (17%)

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Chart based on 24 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

7250 mi

Took trip to carwash after leaving dealer. Sunroof leaks. Water running into overhead light and dripping out.

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31000 mi

There was a rattling/squeaking noise coming from the passenger side. The mechanic discovered the problem came from behind the passenger door panel. Some type of part behind the panel was replaced.

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11780 mi	Water leak through sunroof to trunk area. Dealer said it was caused by recent rustproofing access holes drilled in body. Charged 1 hour labour for investigation. Confirmed cause was sunroof drainage tubes and agreed to repair under warranty. Booked another appointment as parts were not available.
12400 mi	Roof liner removed and all four sunroof drain tubes replaced. One had deformed and kinked so as to block the draining function.

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103300 mi

US $500

Had to replace the frame due to it deteriorating.

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87420 mi

C $690

rusted frame crossmembers, common problem

20000 mi	Blackout tape on B pillar bubbled up, was replaced. E-brake rattle
24000 mi	Both front seats creaked under acceleration and cornering. 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.
32000 mi US $20	Blackout tape bubbling.

17000 mi

Weather stripping not properly attached around passenger door. Wheels and steering wheel aligned.

37000 mi

Water leak at sunroof repaired.

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9920 mi

Door alignment caused paint damage.

21000 mi

passenger side mirror trim loose had to be replaced. Replaced mirror trim.

13000 mi	Rear sunshade in luggage area rattles. Dealer found defective part. New Part ordered.
14000 mi	Sunshade replaced, rattle gone.

125000 mi US $100	STILL have clunking in the front and rear. They thought the rear clunking was the rear speakers mounted inside the hatch.
125000 mi	Source of rear clunk never located.

40000 mi

US $170

3. Leak causing floor to be wet on passenger side front & back--incoming spot not determined. Must take elsewhere for testing.

23000 mi

Outer Passenger A/C-Heat Vent plastic slat snapped and broke off when trying to open/adjust.

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8060 mi	sqeeky clutch pedal (greased) vibration pasenger ft wheel wekll - tightened liner
31000 mi C $30	Driver's side tail light assembly constantly fogged with water droplets. Unit replaced under warranty, no cost to owner.

75640 mi

C $200

Battery clip bolt rusted in place, requiring removal of front bumper cover and headlight to replace battery.

9920 mi

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 ...

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