How many airbag complaints does NHTSA have for the 2010 Dodge Caliber?

NHTSA lists 31 airbag complaints for the 2010 Caliber, which is 20% of all 157 complaints filed for that model year.

Is there an airbag recall for the 2010 Dodge Caliber?

Yes. Recall campaign 16V668000, reported September 15, 2016, covers the Occupant Restraint Control airbag component on 2010-2012 Dodge Caliber vehicles among other models.

At what mileage do airbag problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure for airbag complaints on the 2010 Caliber is 90,000 miles.

Did the airbag issues cause any crashes or injuries?

NHTSA data shows 7 crashes, 1 fire, and 9 injuries associated with airbag complaints on the 2010 Dodge Caliber.

2010 Dodge Caliber Airbags Problems

NHTSA lists 31 airbag complaints for the 2010 Dodge Caliber, 20% of all 157 complaints that year, tied to 7 crashes and 9 injuries. A related recall, campaign 16V668000, covers the Occupant Restraint Control airbag issue, with a median failure mileage of 90,000.

Airbags complaints: 31; 20% of 157
Crashes reported: 7
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 9
Median mileage: 90,000 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical airbag symptoms owners report

Airbags failed to deploy during frontal or side-impact crashes at speeds around 30 to 50 mph, resulting in injuries.
Owners report the front driver-side airbag clock spring or spiral cable spring failing, requiring dealer diagnosis and replacement.
Some owners describe airbags not deploying even in low-speed collisions near intersections, with seat belts also failing to lock.
Several owners report waiting long periods for recall parts under campaign 16V668000 with no replacement parts available.
One report describes an airbag failing to deploy after losing control and hitting a pole at highway speed with no dashboard warning lights on.

When 2010 Dodge Caliber airbag complaints were filed

First complaint Apr 27, 2010, latest Apr 21, 2025.

31 complaints filed with NHTSA from Apr 2010 to Apr 2025; peak Mar 2017 (3).

Airbags recalls for the 2010 Dodge Caliber

NHTSA 16V668000Sep 15, 2016Airbags1,435,625 vehicles
Air bags
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Chrysler 200, 2010 Chrysler Sebring, 2010-2012 Dodge Caliber and 2010-2014 Jeep Patriot, Compass and Dodge Avenger vehicles. The Occupant Restraint Control (OCR) module may short circuit, preventing the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags from deploying in the event of a crash.
Risk: If the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags are disabled, there is an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants in the event of a vehicle crash that necessitates deployment of these safety systems.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the OCR, free of charge. Interim letters informing owners that parts are not available yet were mailed on October 26, 2016. The recall began on August 15, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S61.

Airbags complaints by Caliber model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201031 (20%)
201136 (22%)
201217 (35%)

Frequently asked questions

How many airbag complaints does NHTSA have for the 2010 Dodge Caliber?: NHTSA lists 31 airbag complaints for the 2010 Caliber, which is 20% of all 157 complaints filed for that model year.
Is there an airbag recall for the 2010 Dodge Caliber?: Yes. Recall campaign 16V668000, reported September 15, 2016, covers the Occupant Restraint Control airbag component on 2010-2012 Dodge Caliber vehicles among other models.
At what mileage do airbag problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure for airbag complaints on the 2010 Caliber is 90,000 miles.
Did the airbag issues cause any crashes or injuries?: NHTSA data shows 7 crashes, 1 fire, and 9 injuries associated with airbag complaints on the 2010 Dodge Caliber.