How common are structure and body complaints for the 2011 Dodge Caliber?

NHTSA lists 23 Structure & Body complaints for the 2011 Caliber, which is 14% of the 165 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2011 Dodge Caliber subframe rust issue?

No. NHTSA lists no related recalls for the Structure & Body component on the 2011 Dodge Caliber, according to the data reviewed.

At what mileage do these structure problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this component is 119,000 miles.

Did the structure and body issues cause any crashes or injuries?

NHTSA records 0 crashes and 1 injury tied to Structure & Body complaints for the 2011 Dodge Caliber.

2011 Dodge Caliber Structure & Body Problems

NHTSA lists 23 Structure & Body complaints for the 2011 Dodge Caliber, 14% of all complaints filed for the year. No related recalls exist for this component. The median mileage at failure is 119,000, with owners describing rusted subframes and cross members.

Structure & Body complaints: 23; 14% of 165
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 119,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical body and structure symptoms owners report

Owners report the front subframe rusting through, sometimes flaking paint first, then developing holes that let suspension and steering components shift out of place.
Several owners describe the front or rear cross member rotting out, causing loud noises, a wobbling wheel, or the vehicle veering to one side while driving.
Water leaks into the rear hatch and passenger side taillight are reported, along with mist buildup inside the taillight housing.
One owner reported a popping sound and smoke from underneath the vehicle at low speed, traced to a rusted-out subframe.
Owners note that steering wheel shaking or vibration during driving led mechanics to discover rusted sub-frame or cross member components underneath.

When 2011 Dodge Caliber body and structure complaints were filed

First complaint Aug 6, 2011, latest Jan 31, 2024.

23 complaints filed with NHTSA from Aug 2011 to Jan 2024; peak Jun 2020 (3).

Structure & Body recalls for the 2011 Dodge Caliber

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Structure & Body complaints by Caliber model year

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

201013 (8%)
201123 (14%)
20127 (14%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are structure and body complaints for the 2011 Dodge Caliber?: NHTSA lists 23 Structure & Body complaints for the 2011 Caliber, which is 14% of the 165 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2011 Dodge Caliber subframe rust issue?: No. NHTSA lists no related recalls for the Structure & Body component on the 2011 Dodge Caliber, according to the data reviewed.
At what mileage do these structure problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this component is 119,000 miles.
Did the structure and body issues cause any crashes or injuries?: NHTSA records 0 crashes and 1 injury tied to Structure & Body complaints for the 2011 Dodge Caliber.