Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge caliber. Upon an independent mechanic inspecting the vehicle, it was diagnosed that the front and rear cross members had extensive rust and needed to be replaced. Lilliston chrysler dodge jeep ram (1501 n 2nd st #47, millville, nj 08332, (856) 825-1937) diagnosed that the front and rear cross members needed to be replaced. The manufacturer's extended warranty campaign (x69) expired in november of 2016; therefore, the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and confirmed the warranty expiration. The contact was advised to have the dealer repair the vehicle. The VIN was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 151,909.
2007 Dodge Caliber body complaints
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I started hearing a metal clanking noise in the front of my car. It progressed and got worse as I drove more. I brought it into a repair shop only to find out the subframe - both front and rear- is completely rusted and rotted out. They could put their finger through the frame it was so frail. It only has 120k miles on it. It is completely unsafe to drive so now I am out of work, etc until I replace it or fix it. The noise occurs whenever turning, hitting bumps, and occasionally while just driving straight. It does not occur while on a highway.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge caliber. While driving 35 MPH, the vehicle started to shake, the rear of the vehicle dropped, and an abnormal noise was heard. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle could not be driven and had it towed to an independent mechanic. The independent mechanic diagnosed that the frame became detached. The contact then towed the vehicle to the dealer (hancock county chrysler dodge jeep ram, 845 washington, newell, wv 26050, (304)-387-3100) where it was determined that the vehicle could not be repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, but no further action was taken. The failure mileage was 70,000. *tt
Car went in for repair and was advised that subframe has rotted out. It has barely 106,000 miles on it. This vehicle has a known problem of the frame rusting out bad. Mechanic is trying to fix it but it may not be worth it. Car may fall a part at any time. This car needs to be recalled at least the subframe, it is not safe and costs the owners way too much to repair with very few miles on it.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge caliber. While driving 25 MPH, an abnormal noise was heard coming from the front of the vehicle. In addition, the vehicle started shaking. The vehicle was taken to columbiana chrysler jeep dodge ram (100 commerce cir, columbiana, oh 44408, (330) 482-4415) where it was diagnosed that the front end cradle needed to be repaired. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 132,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge caliber. While the vehicle was being inspected, severe corrosion on the frame was found. The dealer (central ave chrysler jeep dodge ram, 1839 central park ave, yonkers, ny) confirmed the failure and informed the contact of a warranty extension on the frame that had expired. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified and informed the contact that the VIN was not included in any applicable recalls or warranties; therefore, no further assistance would be offered. The failure mileage was approximately 65,000.
I was changing the oil of my wife 2007 dodge caliber when I looked over and saw that the lower control arm was completely almost completely cracked through the middle portion of it. A day prior my wife mentioned that the car was driving a little weird. This could have been extremely dangerous for my wife and other motorist if it failed on the public roads.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge caliber. When the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for an inspection, the technician diagnosed that the subframe under the engine was rusted completely. As a result, the vehicle was unsafe to drive. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that there was no recall. The failure was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 65,500.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge caliber. While driving 30 MPH, an abnormal noise was heard underneath the vehicle coming from the rear driver's side wheel. In addition, the steering wheel vibrated. The contact drove the vehicle home. The contact was able to inspect the vehicle and noticed rust on the crossmember. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer for diagnostic testing or repairs. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 131,000.
In 2016 it was discovered my sub-frame was rusted thru. Discovered dodge had a service bullentin not a recall service bulletin # 23-012-14, re: body issue date: may 19, 2014. This bulletin is supplied as technical information only and is not an authorization for repair. Note: this only applies to vehicles in the canadian market and in salt belt states which include connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, washington, d.c., west virginia and wisconsin. Dodge only replaced front sub-frame, now rear sub-frames and all along rocker panels is completely rotted, enough that it won't pass pennsylvania state inspection. I've owned vehicles in the past that were older than this caliber & never had the rust & rot issue I do with this vehicle. It is just 10 yrs old!
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge caliber. While driving 25 MPH, the contact heard an abnormal noise. The contact parked the vehicle, inspected the undercarriage, and noticed rust from the front to the back of the subframe. The contact called lowery bros. Chrysler-jeep, inc. At (315) 472-7844 (647 w genesee st, syracuse, ny 13204), but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer informed the contact that the VIN was not included in a recall. The failure mileage was 116,000.
I bought a used dodge caliber off of a friend in 2016. I recently started hearing a weird metal clanking in the front driver's side wheel area. I had been advised a year prior that I would be needing tire rods, struts, and ball joints in the near future. So I took it in the be repaired. After spending over $1000 to get it all repaired. I drove off and the noise was still there. Went back to the shop and after 35-40 minutes of rocking the vehicle we were able to recreate the noise and located the noise was coming from the area of the control arm and sub-frame. After further inspection we found the the sub-frame to be rusted through which was causing the metal to pop and crack as it was flexing. I contacted the local dodge service center and they advised there were no recalls in reference to the sub-frame. After checking on line I found that there had in fact been a extended warranty for the sub-frame for my year make and model, but it had expired in 2016. I called chrysler and they were aware of the issue, but would not honor the original "warranty" that they had placed on the same part. Subsequently I also found that they had the same "warranty" issued for the same part for the same make and models from 2008-20012. After research through the internet I found hundreds of vehicle owners like me that have had the same issue with the same results. I was not the original owner and would have not received any notification from chrysler about the issue with the part.
2007 dodge caliber. Consumer writes in regards to cracked manifold and rusted sub frame. *ld the consumer stated the frame was supposed to be repaired under warranty, but hasn't provided the funding.
The vehicle became hard to control. Took it to get looked at to see why. It was found to have a rusted out engine cradle. The mechanic said that the sway bar mount was rusted and gone. The cradle should not have rusted and should have a recall on it. If not to call the manufacturer and see why and if they would replace it. It has also happen to other models of dodge cars and jeeps that use this same part. It is unsafe and may cause an accident. The dealer said they extended the warranty but unfortunately it had expired for our car. They have sent me no notification that it had this warranty or we would have had it fixed before we found out on our own. This warranty should not expire as they had used faulty material and know all about it.
Was on my way to work came up to the light at pontiac trail and 10 mile I put on the brakes and there was what sounded like metal scrapping against metal and a loud thump. Later I made it to work on novi road between 10 mile and grand river I looked behind the driver wheel and saw that the k frame is completely rusted through and what I think is a stability bar is being pulled away from the frame. I haven't drove my vehicle in two days because I feel it is unsafe.
My caliber only has 56271 miles on it. Was in for an oil change to day and was advised "front sib-frame very rusty and has several holes in frame ". Was told it will cost about $800.00. I think I should have been advised of a issue on this. Lot of the reports I have read about this, the cars had a lot more miles on this issue.
I am contacting you refer to dodge service bulletin 23-012-14. The vehicle has failed inspection. The extended warranty that covers the repair expired . I contacted chrysler to ask for cost assistance in covering this existing problem. The dealership and corporation denied my claim. Case id 33139538. I think it's reasonable for the manufacture to provide assistance in keeping the car road worthy. The vehicle has 161k, the lack of repair would make the vehicle unsafe to drive inevitably ending the useful existence of it.
Got the car and bought it used there were really back in 2914 nobody notified me on realms or extended warranty on the underbody rusting out and need it addressed I should of been notified and this fixed it lose and makes clunking noises the whole time I had car I want this matter resolved there should of been a noticed sent to me
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge caliber. While driving approximately 35 MPH, the front end of the vehicle fractured and fell to the ground. The contact pulled over to the right side of the road. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The vehicle was diagnosed by an independent mechanic as having a faulty subframe/cross member. A dealer was not contacted about the failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 9,946.
Have owned caliber for 8 or 9 years. Few weeks ago, car started shaking when in motion and quickly became severe shaking and making loud groaning sounds no matter how fast we drove it. Took the car to mechanic who advised subframe was completely rusted out. Dealership advised our warranty ended april 2017 for a rust problem we were never notified of. Dodge csr said they notified the original owner vs a current VIN owner which is total bs.
I heard a rumbling noise under the car took it to dealer and they said it wasn't safe to drive. Told me my whole rear end was rusted out and I paid $1600 for repairs. Now my car made a noise while my tires were going took it shop they said see a dealer on the way there my car stopped going forward. Good thing I wasn't on the highway. I could back into a parking space semi safely. Both problems in 3 months and my warranty is no more on my transmission.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge caliber. While driving various speeds, there was a bouncing noise underneath the front driver side subframe. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the crossmember was corroded through with cracks. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact called dick scott dodge chrysler (684 ann arbor rd, plymouth, mi 48170, phone number: (734) 451-2110) and was informed that the manufacturer was aware of the crossmember corrosion and was to call dodge customer care and ask about the x58 crossmember issue. The manufacturer was contacted and informed the contact that they would get back to her in one or two business days. The approximate failure mileage was 210,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge caliber. While the vehicle was undergoing an oil change, the local dealer (zeigler chrysler dodge jeep ram, 4200 parkway place sw, grandville, mi 49418) discovered that the rear crossmember and front engine cradle under the vehicle were extremely corroded and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was informed that the vehicle was originally registered in canada and the warranty and recalls expired once the vehicle was imported. The manufacturer was notified and informed the contact that no recall was available for the vehicle. The failure mileage was approximately 140,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge caliber. The contact stated that while the vehicle was inspected, the mechanic noticed that the rear driver's side sub frame was rusted with a hole. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufactured was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 136,256.
2007 dodge caliber front engine cradle undercarriage crossmember subframe is a known issue but instead of doing a recall, chrysler/dodge released an extended warranty for the item. My safety complaint is when I took the car for service based on front end noise I found out the frame had been dangerously rusted. The mechanic (h&j auto repair milton, wi), would not let me drive the car home. My 20 year old son had been driving the car for the last year and a half and drives 30 miles to and from work 3-5 days a week depending on his schedule. The frame could have literally broke in half while he was driving it on a major highway. I bought the car used from jack wolf chevrolet in 2009 and seemed to be a pretty good car even though the model has some documented issues with the front suspension. My complaint is twofold. First, I would have expected chrysler/dodge to do a better job of alerting the public about the frame issue. Second, it should have been a recall due to the risk of possible loss of life. These cars are still being resold and many are still on the road. It's likely I will fix the car at my own expense as long as it will be safe to drive. I didn't think to take a picture friday when it was diagnosed. There are many examples and discussions on the topic in the caliber discussion groups and other web blogs.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge caliber. The contact stated that the front end of the vehicle was rusted and repaired per an unknown recall at shapiro chrysler jeep in oswego, ny. Six months later, while driving approximately 25 MPH, the vehicle shook and vibrated uncontrollably. The contact replaced all four tires, but the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to an independent garage, joe brown auto king in zachary, la where it was diagnosed that the rear driver side frame was rusted and fractured. The technician advised not to drive the vehicle. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that the recall expired. The contact stated that the dealer should have repaired the entire frame during the initial repair. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 140,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge caliber. While driving 30 MPH, a noise was heard under the rear and front of the vehicle. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that there was rust on the subframe, which damaged the rack and pinion. The contact was informed that the vehicle was unsafe to drive. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 106,070.
Front sub frame rusted out,found during inspection dodge claims x-58 extended warranty is expired.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge caliber. The contact stated that there was a premature failure with the cross member being completed rusted without warning. The dealer was notified of the failure and the contact was to check with the manufacturer to determine if they had a service campaign or a manufacturer recall to address the repair. The VIN and failure mileage were not available.
I have problems with suspension bar front was replaced under a 10 year manufacturing warranty back was rusting but they were unable to touch without a hole the following year I had to pay out of pocket at cunningham chrysler in north east, pa they will have documentation of both. Now coil spring on left front side has pieces breaking off they are solid not rusted through and I will have to replace both sides on front this seems to also be a defect car was pulled into driveway no bumps when piece broke off
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