2007 Dodge Caliber Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Avoid The 2007 Dodge Caliber has 884 NHTSA complaints and 4 recalls, giving it a complaint index of 100 - the highest among all 7 model years and ranked worst overall. It carries an Avoid verdict, with suspension, electrical, and airbag non-deployment issues reported most.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 100/100
- #1 of 7 Caliber years
- Verdict
- Avoid
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 884
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 4
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 54
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 18
- Injuries
- 38
- Top issue
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 24
- 23 city / 27 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 38 / 0
Top 2007 Dodge Caliber problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires268 (30%)
- Electrical System229 (26%)
- Engine187 (21%)
- Structure & Body163 (18%)
- Steering98 (11%)
- Transmission & Powertrain80 (9%)
- Other67 (8%)
- Brakes58 (7%)
- Airbags46 (5%)
- Fuel System44 (5%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Vehicles veer or pull suddenly to the right or left while braking, sometimes leading to loss of control.
- Owners report rollovers where the vehicle flipped multiple times after a steering or braking event.
- Airbags failed to deploy in several side-impact and front-impact crashes, even in T-bone collisions at highway speed.
- Steering became unresponsive or the vehicle veered without warning at speeds around 65 mph.
- One owner noticed an alignment problem before a suspension-related crash into a parked vehicle.
2007 Dodge Caliber recalls
4 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 17V824000Dec 21, 2017Other61,791 vehicles
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
Risk: 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 10V234000Jun 3, 2010Engine24,825 vehicles
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.
Risk: 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 07V196000May 7, 2007Suspension, Wheels & Tires410 vehicles
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.
Risk: 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.
2007 Dodge Caliber fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 23 MPG
- Highway
- 27 MPG
- Combined
- 24 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $2,700
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Regular
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2007 compared with other Caliber years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2007 Dodge Caliber reliable?
- Compared to other Caliber model years, the 2007 has the worst complaint record, with a complaint index of 100 and the top rank for worst year among 7 years of data. NHTSA lists 884 complaints and 4 recalls for this year.
- What are the most common problems with the 2007 Dodge Caliber?
- Owners most often reported issues with Suspension, Wheels & Tires (268 complaints, 30% share), followed by Electrical System (229 complaints, 26%) and Engine (187 complaints, 21%).
- Does the 2007 Dodge Caliber have any recalls?
- Yes, NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2007 Caliber, covering brakes (ABS control module software), suspension (rear wheel hub mounting bolts), engine (accelerator pedal bushings), and a fire extinguisher replacement campaign. None are do-not-drive recalls.
- What year Dodge Caliber should I avoid?
- Based on NHTSA data, the 2007 Caliber ranks worst among all 7 model years, with a complaint index of 100 versus 17 for the best-rated 2012 model.
- At what mileage do 2007 Dodge Caliber problems typically appear?
- Median mileage at failure varies by system: suspension issues appeared around 73,000 miles, electrical issues around 92,000 miles, and engine issues around 78,000 miles.