Dodge Caliber Recalls

The Dodge Caliber has been recalled 8 times across the 2007, 2009–2012 model years. The most recent recall, from December 21, 2017, covers the equipment. Recall repairs are free at any authorized Dodge dealer.

8recalls
0do not drive / park outside
5model years affected

What gets recalled

  • Air bags
    113%
  • Steering
    113%
  • Locks & latches
    113%
  • Transmission & drivetrain
    113%
  • Equipment & accessories
    113%
  • Speed control & acceleration
    113%
  • Wheels & tires
    113%
  • Brakes
    113%

2012 Dodge Caliber recalls (1)

Air bags

NHTSA recall 16V-668 · Sep 15, 2016 · 1,435,625 vehicles

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.

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.

2011 Dodge Caliber recalls (2)

Air bags

NHTSA recall 16V-668 · Sep 15, 2016 · 1,435,625 vehicles

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.

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.

Steering › Column

NHTSA recall 11V-315 · Jun 8, 2011 · 11,096 vehicles

Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2011dodge journey, Jeep wrangler, Chrysler 200, Chrysler 200 convertible, Dodge avenger, Dodge nitro, Jeep liberty, Dodge caliber, Jeep compass, Jeep patriot, Dodge grand caravan and Chrysler town & country vehicles.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect for rivet presence and alignment and repair the steering column pivot as required, free of charge. The safety recall began on July 4, 2011. Owners May contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

2010 Dodge Caliber recalls (2)

Air bags

NHTSA recall 16V-668 · Sep 15, 2016 · 1,435,625 vehicles

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.

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.

Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › Latch

NHTSA recall 10V-197 · May 11, 2010 · 123 vehicles

Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2010 Dodge caliber vehicles. Some vehicles May have been built with an incorrect door lock rod in the right front door.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the front right door lock rod as required free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during June 2010. Owners May contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

2009 Dodge Caliber recalls (1)

Power train › Automatic transmission › Control module (TCM/PCM/tecm)

NHTSA recall 08V-528 · Oct 9, 2008 · 712 vehicles

Chrysler is recalling 712 my 2009 sebring, Dodge caliber, avenger, journey, Jeep patriot, and compass vehicles. A new adhesive used in the power train control module (PCM) manufacturing process can cause the printed circuit board to break.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the PCM free of charge. The recall began on November 10, 2008. Owners May contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

2007 Dodge Caliber recalls (4)

Equipment

NHTSA recall 17V-824 · Dec 21, 2017 · 61,791 vehicles

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.

Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began February 14, 2018.

Vehicle speed control › Accelerator pedal

NHTSA recall 10V-234 · Jun 3, 2010 · 24,825 vehicles

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.

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.

Wheels › Hub

NHTSA recall 07V-196 · May 7, 2007 · 410 vehicles

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.

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.

Frequently asked questions

How many recalls does the Dodge Caliber have?

NHTSA lists 8 recalls for the Dodge Caliber across 5 model years.

How do I know if my Dodge Caliber has an open recall?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN decoder & recall check or on nhtsa.gov/recalls. Dealers fix recalls for free, even if you are not the original owner.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.