Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge caliber. While driving at very low speeds and depressing the brake pedal, the ABS would erroneously activate causing the braking distance to be extended. The contact also indicated that the check engine sensor light illuminated. The dealer was unable to diagnose the cause of the failures. In addition, the contact experienced various electrical failures. The driver side window would open, but would not roll up to close allowing rain to enter into the vehicle. Also, the front passenger side headlight would not operate. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired for the electrical failures. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 156,000. Updated 12/30/14*cn the consumer was involved in accident and the vehicle was totaled. Updated 01/27/15
2007 Dodge Caliber brakes complaints
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Vehicle was involved in frontal collision with run off tire from a trailer being pulled by a pickup truck. Frontal driver side received damage to electrical wiring harness which shut down onboard computer system. Upon impact the vehicle seized operation and shut down air bag deployment. Steering control was lost due to half shaft joint was sheered apart.
The car will lose all power when driving, almost at a complete stop. The first 2 times it happened were at night (the second during a complete downpour) and since I lose all power, the hazard lights won't even work so I have to get out of the car to alert other drivers so that they won't hit me!! So dangerous!! The first "fix" was to do a full computer system re-flash ($300). The second "fix" was to replace the transmission control module ($600). The third time this happened was 3 days after the second "fix" as I'd driven not even 100 feet from a parking spot, I turned the volume up on my radio and the car died! The 3rd "fix" will be upwards of $1500!!! Dodge knows about this problem. In fact, it is the faulty placement of the tipm that has caused this!! It was placed in a spot where it constantly receives damage from water and dirt on the road, which causes corrosion and then bam! Loss of power!!!! Dodge has not created any recalls for this which is unacceptable! This problem, if it happens on any highways or in major intersections, could kill someone!!! I've done a ton of research and this is happening to too many people with the same exact model year car!!! I've contacted dodge corporation to request a recall and/or financial assistance in this matter and they won"t do anything! I've owned this car for less than 3 months and I've already had it in the shop 3 times for this problem. When will dodge realize that they have to do something about this? When someone dies????? I'm going to reach out to as many people as I can who have had/are having the same problem so we can get a lawyer involved!!! Someone needs to do something about this problem and that someone is dodge!!!!!!!
The vehicle has had the ignition switch slip from "on" to "accessory" twice in the last few years. The first time was on I-95 just north of richmond, va. I was driving, shifted my knee (with a long keychain), and the switch slipped. I was unable to control the car at that point. I hit the emergency lights button and tried to re-start the car. I was able to re-start the car and continue driving without accident or injury. The second time was on edwards mill road in raleigh, nc. At that point, I was not driving with the longer keychain, but a shorter one with only four keys, and the switch slipped again. Because it had happened before, I knew what I needed to do was to re-start the car, and I was able to do so successfully without accident or injury. Because at the time, I didn't think much of it, and because I had no concept that it could have been a bigger issue, and because there was no accident, I did not stop to write down or remember the dates/times of these incidents. I know that the first incident was at night; the second incident was during the day. I remember where I was because I have a photographic memory; however, because I didn't stop to look at the date or time then or later, I don't recall exact dates and times. My best guess, based on my travel schedule through richmond, va, is that it took place within the last three years, and then the second incident sometime after that. I thought nothing of these incidents even when the gm recalls started happening, because it wasn't a gm vehicle. However, the other day, I read that chrysler vehicles were being recalled for this issue, and something triggered my memory with the switch slips. I wanted to provide this information and notice so that a decision could be made about investigating other chrysler models, as well as to provide notice to the company of an issue.
When driving on highway car looses power brake light comes on and off dealer states it's nothing get oil change from dealer stated nothing is wrong.
My car drive side light is not working and the brakes keep having problems.
Had just replaced the brakes on the vehicle after it had been down for the 4th time in 3 years when I was driving down the highway and the tires started screeching when I applied the brakes. Began to accelerate to pull into a public parking lot when pieces of the front right tire fell off and I had to coast into the parking lot with no brakes. Is my only means of transportation and has been down for almost a year now. This vehicle has been down a total of 5 times out of the 4 years I've owned it and it has truly been an inconvenience.
2007 dodge caliber. Consumer requests reimbursement for defective door recall. *smd the consumer stated on august 15, 2007, she took her vehicle to the dealer to have the regular maintenance performed and at that time, the dealer had the opportunity to check for recalls, but they didn't. On august 26, 2007, the consumer was involved in an accident, which resulted in the left rear passenger door being damaged, when the vehicle failed to stop after applying the brake. The consumer stated when she attempted to apply the brake, it kicked back and delayed her stopping. Also, the vehicle was displaying a pull and the tires were wearing quickly.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge caliber. The contact stated that the brake pedal became abnormally stiff, causing extreme difficulty when attempting to brake. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and was told there was a recall under the federal safety agency campaign id number: 06v493000 (service brakes, hydraulic: antilock: control unit/module) for the antilock braking system. The contact spoke with the manufacturer and was told that the vehicle was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and the current mileages were 60,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge caliber. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for routine maintenance when the technician detected that the front brake rotors exhibited severe rust and corrosion. The shims, front brakes and rotors were replaced. In addition, the inner tie rods loosened from the steering rack and the front control arm bushing separated. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the defect. The failure mileage was 23,167. Updated 06/05/12*lj the consumer stated that chrysler has since repaired the vehicle. Updated 06/06/12
My sisters 2007 dodge caliber only has only 32236 miles on it and the ball joints need replaced already, it cost 800 dollars to replace them, I looked on line and everybody that has a 2007 caliber is having the same problem there should be a recall on the ball joints, just look on line and u will see how many people are having trouble with the ball joints, how many complaints does it take to have a recall done, thank you for your time, please just e mail me back thank you.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge caliber. The contact stated that the brakes failed to engage when attempting to stop. The contact avoided a crash by driving the vehicle into a curb. The vehicle was not taken to have the failure diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 42,500 and the current mileage was 44,000. Updated 01/12/12*lj the consumer stated a recall was issued. However, her VIN was not included/ 01/12/12
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge caliber. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, a howling noise would be heard from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the contact was informed that the vehicle needed new brakes, tie rods and a transmission. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 75,500.
The totally integrated power module on left side of the engine compartment is not working. So ,the brake lights & horn do not work . However, the individual component was tested the brake lights & horn work individually. I don't know how long I have been driving like this but one of my co workers told me my brake lights were out because he almost hit me in the rear. This part is not covered under warranty because it is not part of the engine. It will cost apprx. $820 for repair. Which I cannot afford at this time. I am reporting this because it is a safety issue driving without brake lights or a horn. Someone can get seriously hurt or possibly die from driving like this.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge caliber. While driving approximately 30 MPH she applied pressure to the brake pedal and heard a squeaking noise. The failure recurred intermittently so the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the tie rod was replaced. Approximately 6 months later the failure began to recur and the vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop where the brakes were repaired. The failure continued to recur. Approximately 1 year later the vehicle was taken back to an independent repair shop where the brakes, tires, tie rod and ball joints were repaired. The failure continues. The failure mileage was 25,000 and the current mileage was 58,000. The VIN was unavailable.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge caliber. The contact was driving approximately 20 MPH when she applied the brakes and the vehicle would not stop. The vehicle proceeded to crash into the rear of a preceding vehicle. There were no injuries. The contact's insurance company was investigating the failure but had not reached a diagnosis. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 57,000 and the current mileage was 58,016.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge caliber. While the contact was driving approximately 55 MPH the oil warning light indicator illuminated on the instrument panel, followed by a sudden engine stall. The engine restarted after waiting a period of ten minutes. The failure occurred intermittently. Also, on a separate occasion the brakes failed to respond with excessive force engaged and then the engine stalled. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer. The technician was unable to locate a problem. The vehicle had been taken to authorized on several separate occasions for the identical failures in which both tie rods and an unknown sensor were replaced. The manufacturer was notified who advised the contact to take the vehicle back to an authorized dealer for diagnosis and repair. The failure mileage was 1,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2007 dodge caliber. The contact stated that the ABS and brake lights suddenly illuminated and the speedometer stopped functioning. The failure occurred at all times whether vehicle was in motion or parked. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealership where the contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in recall 06v493000 (service brakes, hydraulic: antilock: control unit/module) and she would be responsible for all repair expenses. The current and failure mileages were approximately 44,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2007 dodge caliber. When the brakes were applied, the brake pedal extended to the floorboard and became stuck. When the pedal failed to release it caused the vehicle to crash into a another vehicle. There were no injuries; however, a police report was filed. The contact called an authorized dealer and stated that there were no recalls for his VIN. When the vehicle was taken to the dealer, they could not duplicate the failure. The failure occurred twice. The failure mileage was approximately 76,000. The current mileage was approximately 80,000.
Took my car into safford dodge in fredericksburg, va because when I hit brakes my car would shudder. I stated that I felt my front brakes were going bad. After they looked at my vehicle they stated I needed my rear brakes replaced and that my front ones were fine. Upon them working on my rear brakes, they informed me that cylinder wheel was locked up on the rear left side. Preventing the wheel from being placed back on the car. When I picked my vehicle up, my brake pedal made a popping sound. I thought that was because I just had new brakes put on. Four days later my brakes went out on me as I was pulling out of my driveway. Thankfully no one was hurt and I was able to use my emergency brake to stop. I took my car back to safford dodge and the front desk guy paul stated he felt that my power brake booster was bad. I told him that there was nothing wrong with my car before I brought my vehicle in except that it shuddered. Which it still does.
I was driving on a dirt road with slight washboard condition at a little above 30 MPH downhill. When I stepped on the brake slightly, the car immediately lost control and went off shoulder. After the incident, the ABS light stayed on for a while but later it went off.
We've had this '07 dodge caliber since 9 of '07 and have had several problems to occur at about 2 months after purchase. The car stalls at low speed, we've had brake problems which when we first took it in to our dealer was told nothing was wrong with the brakes. Upon several visits about noise coming from the front tires and while pressing the brakes they would putter after about 40mph, was told the wheel bearings needed to be replaced. Since then we would still experience the noise till it got so bad, chrysler finally said - your rotors need changing. Since we were over 20,000 miles we weren't covered by warranty. Was told this was normal wear and tear. I could understand if these problems had just started, but they didn't. Chrysler has said they cannot assist me with a refund nor would the senior staff agent give me his bosses name to complain further. I am very dissatisfied with chrysler. My mom is about 80 years old and purchased this car believing that the company was reliable and would stand behind any problems. We would like our money back or trade this vehicle in for a comparable amount.
My daughter complained to her step father that she was losing control of the vehicle. He told her to drive carefully and bring it to his house so he could check it out. Before she was able to do this she was involved in a crash. She said she was driving in a light rain and driving slowly when she lost control. She refrained from hitting the brakes and tried to steer out of it. When she saw an oncoming car headed for her she hit the brakes. The car slid to the side of the road and rolled. She was not hurt but the car was totaled. The dealer says there are no recalls but the federal safety agency says there is. 06v493000 I understand that the cause of the loss of control is that the anti-lock brakes need to be reprogrammed. I made my complaint to chrysler they had the vehicle taken to a dealer and checked out. Then they sent me a letter signed by a committee telling me that it had been checked out and they found no fault in the brakes. Upon hearing this I went to the dealer and was told that there was no recall when I showed him the recall as listed by the federal safety agency he said that since I down loaded it from the internet it may not be authentic. Just as I suspected since they had no knowledge of a recall they did not check to see if the program that was not right for the anti-lock brakes was the program that this vehicle had for the anti lock brakes. I think if chrysler continues to deny responsibility it may be time for a class action suit. This accident should not be on my daughter's driving record. Chrysler should make it right. The sad thing is I have been employed at chrysler for 31 years.
Tl*the contact owns a 2007 dodge caliber. While driving 60 MPH, the vehicle began to pull to the left when the contact depressed the brake pedal. She attempted to correct the failure, but lost control of the vehicle and it began to swerve. The vehicle rolled over six times. Three passengers sustained cuts and bruises and the driver was airlifted to the hospital due to back injuries. The insurance company stated that the vehicle was under recall # 06v493000 (service brakes, hydraulic:antilock:control unit/module). A police report was filed. The powertrain was unknown. The current and failure mileages were 8,000. Updated 09/26/07.
Tl*the contact owns a 2007 dodge caliber. While driving 30 MPH, the brake pedal went down to the floorboard when it was depressed. The contact stated that the electrical system was not working properly, however, she was unable to provide any details. The dealer has not inspected the vehicle. The current mileage is 3,029 and failure mileage was 64.
At 12,000 miles I started to have a severe vibration when braking. I contacted the auto dealer immediately and was charged $192.00 for service on the warped rotors. Dealer kept asking do you live on a hill. The answer is no, but never the less 12k miles and the brake rotors are warped? I asked about the warranty, "this is normal ware and tear not covered by your warranty." I complained on paper 4 months later still no word from dealer - go figure. They fixed my warped rotors by shimming them down, so now at 19k miles I'm starting to have the same problem. You would of thought that at 12k miles the dealer would of said I should replace these not shim down. Great car minus the cheap, cheap parts to put it together. Never by another dodge again!!!
At 12,000 miles I started to have a severe vibration when braking. I contacted the auto dealer immediately and was told that the brakes needed a break in period and not to worry, so I didn't bring it in. At 18,000 miles I had it looked at and the auto dealer said it was cupped tires without even looking at it. I returned to the dealer again who then advised me that it was cupped tires at 24,000 miles. During a warranty repair I asked that they look and again they mentioned cupped tires. I had the tires replaced at 36,000 miles and took it back to the dealer who then informed me that the cause was bad rotors and the service manager refused to correct the problem without charge. Understand this was the fourth time I contacted the dealer about this same issue. I have now had the new tires installed for about 800 miles and this problem is starting to ruin these as well according to the tire technician. It is my contention that there is something seriously wrong with the car, and it is causing the tires to wear badly and unevenly but the dealer refuses to acknowledge it.
My wife was driving to work on the garden state parkway(nj) about 9:15 a.m. On jan 12, 2007, the car began to pull to the right and she tapped the brake, and attempted to correct the problem . At this point the car began swerving and she lost control of the vehicle. The car rolled over twice and came to a stop upside down. She was able to crawl out of the vehicle. I recently recieved a vehicle report from the insurance co. That stated the car is being recalled (the federal safety agency id: 06v493000)and said vehicle is subject to a failure of the ABS computer software that may cause the rear brakes to lock up during certain braking conditions and cause a crash without warning!!!!! While my wife was extremely lucky not to have been killed as a result of this malfunction, she is quite distraught over the incident and would like to know what steps to take at this juncture. Her vehicle is a total loss, and she is very nervous about driving. This was her first new car and the dealer touted the safety of the vehicle, which greatly influenced her purchase. Had we been made aware of the potential danger inherent of this vehicle, I am sure we would have made another choice.
My 2007 dodge caliber has experience a pulling in the front end that started after 3,000 miles. The car has been at the shop 3 times in a time period expanding approx. 6-12 weeks. The dealer working on the car could not achieve success after three attempts. The car is now at another dealer who has had the car over 48 hrs with no response to the front end issue. The car now at 7400 miles as a front brake "jatter" and is at the dealer for this as well. Also, the car's rear washer fluid nozzle leaks at highway speed and the stereo's sound will distort suddenly without warning. I am beyond upset with how much problems I have had on a 19,000.00$ brand new automobile. I do not want to believe that all chrysler vehicles have this kind of issues. I also wanted to believe that my problem was minor and would be just fine once it was fixed. However, the problems just keep coming. I purchased a new car in good faith that I received dependable transportation. I don't think I have gotten the fair end of the deal. I would be a happy customer if daimler chrysler refunded my money on this car. In trade I will purchase a new dodge 1500 pickup. I feel like if daimler chrysler will take care of me, I will be a happy customer who will continue to purchase their products. I don't want to take my business elsewhere but I will do what is needed.
Dt*: the contact stated the brakes failed to respond as the front right wheel began to shake and pulled to the right resulting in an impact to the curb of the bridge. This occurred while driving at an unknown speed, in a light rain. The police arrived at the scene and filed an accident report. The vehicle was towed to impound. The insurance company was notified, however a service mechanic did not inspect the vehicle. The manufacturer was not notified.
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