CarComplaints.com Notes: The 2007 Dodge Caliber has all kinds of suspension problems at relatively low mileage: typically 40-50,000 miles.

The most commonly reported problems are with ball joints & control arms going bad. Tie rods & leaking struts are also reported failing in the same mileage range.

Unfortunately all the suspension problems means some owners only find out after they notice their tires are ruined.

We've given the 2007 Caliber our worst rating because these problems happen at such low mileage, & it involves a wide range of apparently defective parts. With most other cars, major suspension work is pretty rare under 50,000 miles.

10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
2 / 2
Injuries / Deaths:
1 / 0
Average Mileage:
96,719 miles

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2007 Dodge Caliber Owner Comments (Page 1 of 6)

problem #102

Jan 232023

Caliber

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The window regulators of this car (& other vehicles of the same model) is a poor product of productivity. The cable wires that hold the window to guide the window up & down are known to & have become tangled up around the component that is said to properly wrap up the guided cable wires in the correct placement for the windows to continue to be able to roll up & down as intended. It's not just one door, it is literally every single door in this vehicle that has this issue. When I decided to try & save a little bit of money & get some used window regulators, I go to a salvage yard that had another dodge caliber (different model, how ever, same window regulators) just to find upon inspection, that every single door has a spoon in between the window & the rubber guard piece. Took the door panel off to further inspect & that vehicle had the same issue I have at this very moment... Cable wires completely tangled up and completely non salvageable. Removed the spoon & the window fell down. Now I understand that it doesn't sound like a safety issue but when you are driving down the highway, doing the speed limit, and your window falls down, it's very startling and honestly a distraction while driving. Not only is that a distraction but have you ever had a bird fly into your car, from the hole that was once a window? Talk about a distraction. It's like a bee flying into your helmet while riding a motorcycle or 4wheeler. Ah! Main focus is that flying object to come out, so you try to roll down the other windows only to remember after pushing the buttons that, oh wait, they won't roll down. Ever since the window fell, Not only is that a safety issue for the ones in my car, now it's a safety issue for those driving onside of me till I can get onto the shoulder, if there is one. And hopefully the weather is nice Yes, it has been confirmed & inspected by an independent service center, & yes it is available for inspection upon request. No warning lamps.

- Adamsville, TN, USA

problem #101

Aug 122022

Caliber

  • miles
Rear suspension rusted and broke during operation; control arm, tie rod and/or wheel bearings rusted and broke during operation causing vehicle to lose control

- Otterbein, IN, USA

problem #100

Apr 042022

Caliber

  • miles
Car has been garage kept entire time of owning. Sub Frame still rotted out causing so much damage to the car, the struts, the tire(s); etc, causing car to shake and tire to bow out. Car has been at a repair shop for over 7 months now trying to get a replacement part to repair it with no luck as of yet. This should NOT be the responsibility of the customer. This has been a known issue for many of these vehicles for years now with nothings done or any warnings sent out regarding this issue being a possible hazard.

- Ravenna, MI, USA

problem #99

Jun 092022

Caliber

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Vehicle has less than 100,000 miles (strictly highway miles) and rear sub frame has completely rusted through causing back alignment to be drastically out, and fish tailing, which also causes hazardous steering control on dry and especially wet roads. Rapid wear and replacement of tires on rear end. I have researched and found this to be a consistent problem on multiple sites and forums.

- Denham Springs, LA, USA

problem #98

May 232022

Caliber

  • miles
Very bad design of muffler. It is very dangerous. The muffler has a hole on top. That heat effect the battom trunck, the hood get melted, heat sheild get burned and the road assistant tire get melted as well. I was lucky I was able to smell it. Also all body get very rusted and look hourrible.

- Johnson City, NY, USA

problem #97

Nov 032020

Caliber

  • 85,000 miles
Front subframe failure due to premature corrosion caused loss of control of vehicle which could have led to an accident involving serious injury or death a sit happened while turning left onto the highway and subsequently the failure cause damage to the front axle

- Juneau, AK, USA

problem #96

Oct 072020

Caliber

  • 165,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

My front carriage that holds up the engine and tire alignment outside shell rusting out on the back side.

- Lansing, MI, USA

problem #95

Jun 182020

Caliber

  • 136,000 miles
I I have changed multiple times the sway bar links and had to put on new struts twice. There was supposed to be a recall on the cross member bar and when I took it to be fixed the dealer would not honor the recall on the bar. It is now making once again a popping sound in the front drivers side and I am wanting to once again get the recall on the car that was supposed to be fixed before.

- Litchfield, IL, USA

problem #94

Jun 222020

Caliber 4-cyl

  • 50,000 miles
The vehicles subframe was all rotted and drivers side tire practically fell off while it was being driven. Contacted Dodge and they said because there wasn't an open recall there was nothing they could do about it. My question is was there a recall on my particular vehicle if so when/where was it fixed. We bought this used and have no prior information on it. If this vehicle wasn't included on previous recalls it should have been and they should fix it now.

- Haverhill, MA, USA

problem #93

May 152020

Caliber

  • 150,000 miles
The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Caliber. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 55 mph, there was an abnormal ticking noise. In addition, while exiting the highway the front axle fractured. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the frame and front of the vehicle was rusted. The vehicle was towed to midway Dodge (4747 S pulaski rd, Chicago, il 60632, (773) 376-8060) where the diagnosis was confirmed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 150,000.

- Chicago, IL, USA

problem #92

Mar 212020

Caliber

  • 85,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Common subframe corrosion on low mileage 2007 vehicles causing extreme safety issues while driving. Was warned by auto shop that this is common and renders safety issues to driver as entire engine could drop when driving or wheel separation, that could cause severe injury or death. No recall or warranty issued to me. This should be a safety recall as common as it is.

- Auke Bay, AK, USA

problem #91

Oct 312019

Caliber

  • 90,000 miles
Have a 2007 Dodge Caliber with 90K miles. My wife recently went to get it inspected and come to find out the front and rear crossmembers and subframe components were terribly corroded. Needless to say it was not passed. It's started shaking while driving, alignment is off according to tire wear. I've read tons of complaints and see they issues not a recall but a 10 year extended warranty on this issue. Curious as to when this was issued and if my car falls into that

- Memphis, NY, USA

problem #90

Feb 022020

Caliber

  • 178,000 miles
Started hearing a loud banging noise whenever I would hit a bump or turn left coming from drivers side tire. After getting home, I checked and the entire subframe is rusted out.

- Marquette Heights, IL, USA

problem #89

Jan 152020

Caliber 4-cyl

  • 104,000 miles
The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Caliber. The contact stated that the vehicle showed major corrosion to the undercarriage. The contact stated that while her dad was driving there was a vibration with the vehicle and the rear wheel felt as if was about to detached. The driver noticed underneath the vehicle both cross member were corroded with holes. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or an independent mechanic and was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not part of a recall. No assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 104,000. The consumer submitted photos of the vehicle.

- East North Port, NY, USA

problem #88

Sep 042019

Caliber

  • 106,000 miles
I washed my car for the first time and that is when I noticed my cars frame is rusted out. There is a big hole in the middle of my frame that is near the motor. I have to drive it and it sounds like it's going to break in half. It is worst when I hit a bump in the road, like speed bumps. My car has 106K miles the body has little to no rust. I've owned it only a few months.

- Lawrenceburg, IN, USA

problem #87

Oct 302019

Caliber

  • 116,200 miles
While in for routine annual inspecton was informed by mechanic that front subframe on vehicle was rusted to the point that it would not pass inspection. Was informed that this was a common problem with these and other Chrysler vehicles. Was also told that the problem was common enough that Chrysler had extended the warranty for this repair. Contacted local dealership and was told warranty had expired and would not be honored, even though safety was a factor. Given that this is a common problem it should be corrected with a recall.

- Export, PA, USA

problem #86

Oct 182019

Caliber

  • 133,000 miles
While getting maintenence done on my car, I was informed by my independent mechanic that my front and rear sub frames have rusted through and the car is no longer safe to drive. This is an existing issue with this make and model and a recall needs to be issued for the many Caliber owners experiencing this same issue. Dealerships will not honor the former warranty although safety is at stake.

- Joppa, MD, USA

problem #85

Oct 012017

Caliber

  • 170,000 miles
The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Caliber. While driving at low speeds, the contact heard knocking and clunking noises from underneath the vehicle when driving over bumps in the road. The contact took the vehicle to tate Chrysler Jeep Dodge frederick (5629 buckeystown pike, frederick, md 21704, (301) 663-6126) where it was diagnosed that the inner and outer tie rods needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure continued. The manufacturer was not notified. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 170,000.

- Petersburg, VA, USA

problem #84

Oct 022019

Caliber 4-cyl

  • 88,000 miles
The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Caliber. While driving approximately 30-45 mph over a bump in the road, the contact heard an abnormal screeching sound coming from the front of the vehicle. The contact stopped to inspect the vehicle, but there was no physical damage present. The contact was able to safely drive the vehicle to a sibling's home where it was noticed that the engine cradle was severely rusted. The failure caused the front wheels to almost separate from the subframe of the vehicle. Sawyer motors (166 ulster ave, saugerties, NY 12477, (845) 247-5027) was contacted and stated that the vehicle was out of warranty. No assistance would be offered. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and provided case number: 64699050. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 88,000. The consumer provided photos of the defect.

- Kingston, NY, USA

problem #83

Jul 252019

Caliber

  • 177,000 miles
The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Caliber. The contact stated that during a routine check-up, it was noticed that the rear subframe of the vehicle was rusted from the inside out. The contact also stated that the engine made a lot of noise. The contact called shottenkirk Chrysler Jeep Dodge at 888-344-9954 (located at 2301 E Washington St, mount pleasant, ia 52641) and was referred to the manufacturer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failures and stated that there was no recall. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 177,000.

- Mt Pleasant, IA, USA

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