2007 Dodge Caliber Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Caliber years
- Far more complaints than other years 1st of 7 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 4 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 884 complaints with NHTSA about the 2007 Dodge Caliber. That is the most of any Caliber model year in the database (7 years). The most reported problem area is suspension (255 complaints, 29%), typically at around 75,016 miles. Complaints mention 54 crashes, 18 fires, 38 injuries. There are 4 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
- 884owner complaints
- 4safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 54complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2007 Dodge Caliber problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension problems | 255 | 29% | 75,016 | “ball joints” (23%) | $1,500 |
| Electrical System problems | 197 | 22% | 91,500 | “power module” (12%) | $1,300 |
| Structure problems | 158 | 18% | 109,500 | “sub frame” (17%) | $1,300 |
| Vehicle Speed Control problems | 104 | 12% | 76,850 | “throttle control” (20%) | — |
| Steering problems | 98 | 11% | 62,000 | “ball joints” (20%) | — |
| Exterior Lighting problems | 93 | 11% | 95,000 | “low beam” (24%) | — |
| Power Train problems | 80 | 9% | 76,000 | “limp mode” (8%) | $1,200 |
| Engine problems | 59 | 7% | 92,318 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 57 | 6% | 128,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 46 | 5% | 70,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 35 | 4% | 59,507 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 29 | 3% | 105,300 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 21 | 2% | 22,503 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 20 | 2% | 98,724 | — | — |
| Tires | 18 | 2% | 12,500 | — | — |
| Wheels | 18 | 2% | 62,524 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 17 | 2% | 116,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 16 | 2% | 76,000 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 15 | 2% | 88,866 | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 11 | 1% | 107,400 | — | — |
| Equipment | 8 | 1% | 39,800 | — | — |
| Visibility | 8 | 1% | 59,250 | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 3 | 0% | 2,340 | — | — |
| Equipment Adaptive/mobility | 2 | 0% | 74,000 | — | — |
| Seats | 2 | 0% | 79,672 | — | — |
| Interior Lighting | 1 | 0% | 48,585 | — | — |
| Lane Departure | 1 | 0% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 | 0% | 1,932 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Electric | 1 | 0% | 47,000 | — | — |
| Traction Control System | 1 | 0% | 12,500 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2007 Dodge Caliber recalls (4)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Equipment
Problem: 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.
Fix: 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.
Vehicle speed control:accelerator pedal
Problem: 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.
Fix: 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.
Wheels:hub
Problem: 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.
Fix: 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.
Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/module
Problem: On certain vehicles, the antilock brake system (abs) control module software may cause the rear brakes to lock up during certain braking conditions.
Risk: This could result in a loss of vehicle control and cause a crash without warning.
Fix: Dealers will reprogram the abs electronic control unit. The recall began on february 19, 2007. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Sticking Accelerator Pedal (PE10012) — opened Apr 29, 2010, closed Aug 26, 2010, led to recall 10V234000.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Vehicle tipm shut off transmission while driving an cause a traffic jam on a busy intersection caused the transmission system to go in limp mode an no breaks. Was very dangerous lucky I had a hand break that worked cause engine to shut off an studder had to get towed an transported the vehicle home…
The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Caliber. The contact stated that the ECU had been hacked. While driving on the highway at 70 MPH, the brakes applied without application, but I was able to move to the right lane. The vehicle was able to pull over safely, and it stalled. While parking with the foot on…
I was informed on 09/29/2025 by my Chrysler dealer that a second critical component of my 2007 Caliber frame had rusted to the point that it broke. The first critical component was reported in my complaint tracking number 11459461 submitted on 04/03/2022. The component in that filing was the engine…
I was at a gas station and attempted to leave the lot and the cradle and/or attached parts broke into, rendering the car undrivable.
The contact owned a 2007 Dodge Caliber. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact's vehicle was involved in a head-on collision, which was no fault of the contact. The contact's vehicle was damaged to the front of the vehicle and on the passenger's front side of the…
Other Dodge Caliber years
← 2006 Caliber · 2008 Caliber →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 Caliber | 49 | 1 |
| 2011 Caliber | 165 | 2 |
| 2010 Caliber | 157 | 2 |
| 2009 Caliber | 232 | 1 |
| 2008 Caliber | 360 | 0 |
| 2007 | 884 | 4 |
| 2006 Caliber | 1 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Dodge Caliber?
Owners most often report suspension, electrical system, structure problems. The top one, suspension, accounts for 255 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2007 Dodge Caliber?
Yes, 4 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2007 Dodge Caliber a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Caliber model years, the 2007 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.