My 2007 dodge caliber's subframe is severely rusted and there's less then 80,000 miles on the car. A car that new should not rust so bad in such a short amount of time. The warranty on the car should be a recall because the subframe is so rusted that it's dangerous and too unsafe to drive anywhere. In addition to the car being a safety hazard, the subframe is very expensive to fix thanks to the amount of time it takes to remove the subframe. With the subframe gone bad, the rusted out subframe also damages attached parts of the car. The struts in the rear and front have gone bad due to the subframe's erosion.
2007 Dodge Caliber suspension complaints
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Had creaking noises from front end, as I was inspecting noticed the front crossmember severely rusted with holes. Did a google search and found numerous complaints. Also found a campaign from dodge stating there was an extended warranty on both the rear and front subframes/cross members. I had already replaced the rear. I contacted dodge and was told there are no longer any campaigns or recalls that are active for my caliber. I stated that the front sub frame has rusted beyond its life and my vehicle has less than 145k miles. I also asked if they would provide assistance in its repair as it is a major safety hazard. They replied with, since all warranties are expired and no recalls are in effect, they would not help or provide any assistance with any repairs.
Rear sub frame rotted cause vehicle to almost tip over
Failed state inspection do to rusted front and rear sub frame with perforation .vehicle has 138 321 miles. Reference chrysler action # 23-012-14. Recall/extended warranty
While driving car, in my extremely busy city, a clunking sound started to occur from underneath. The car began to feel unstable to drive and is especially bad when turning corners or hitting a bump. After taking it to get a power steering line leak repaired, the mechanics informed me that the k frames or sub frames were completely rusted and would need replaced. I bought this car used in hopes of giving it to my teenage daughter when she gets her driver's licence next month. After looking for recalls, I see that the extended warranty ended just last year. I need to get back and forth to work and I cannot afford the repair. At only 119,000 miles this should be on the recall list. This appears to be a common issue among dodge calibers and is very unsafe!
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge caliber. While driving uphill, the vehicle made a loud abnormal noise. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was diagnosed by an independent mechanic who informed the contact not to drive the vehicle because the rear axle cradle was corroded. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 74,900. The consumer was not made aware of the extended warranty. *js *as
Lower front sub frame rotted out cracked and was never notified that it was recalled in 2017
Vehicle front sub frame rusted through with holes and excessive rusted components in rear suspension components. Cause. Excessive corrosion due to normal exposure to environment and normal driving conditions. My vehicle was excluded from a recall. The vehicle was built with the same parts as the vehicles that got covered by the existing recall. And has identical corrosion failures as the vehicles included in the recall. I have already replaced engine oil pan that rusted and was leaking. Transmission oil pan replaced. Rusted and was leaking.
According to my mechsnic ,the sway bar has rotted off and this has been a problem for this model due to where the air conditioning unit drains there has been a warranty extension I've been told when we turn the wheel left or right it feels like the the car is coming apart the subframe needs to be replaced .
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge caliber. While operating the vehicle, the front suspension and steering wheel suddenly shook and vibrated. In addition, the steering column made a popping noise. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the front section of the subframe experienced severe rust and corrosion. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified and did not assist. The failure mileage was 98,000.
Was driving my car on a back road with children in the car when I heard a loud pop and the car started vibrating violently. Pulled over and saw that the rear passenger tier was leaning into the wheel well. The car was moving. I believe that the rear chassis rusted and caused a dangerous situation.
I bought a 2007 dodge caliber from a young man come to find out he only paid $325 off of a car lot he has a dealers license and he was the only owner before me and did not tell me about the struts, there was a recall on them also has bad sensors ( gas, engine coolant and PCM internal sensors) sold the car knowingly and did not get the recalls done when needed I need something done I have five children and one grandchild who are at risk me driving and having a wreck. I do not have a document about my struts but I have had it looked at by several mechanics
Struts and ball joints have been replaced 5 times since owning this car the past 5 years. Currently being repaired after subframe broke while I was driving. Did some research and apparently this is a huge issue. Not only while I was driving when it broke, I had my kids with me. While making a left hand turn onto a busy street I heard a loud 'snap' and lost all control of my car.
Front and rear cross members as per x58 and revision x59 rusted notice sent july 14th 2014 to have inspected for rust dealership inspected and found no rust reinspected august 23 2018 rust found dealership stated out of extended warranty x58 no goodwill assistance available cause of extended warranty expiration.
Was driving the car on the city street when the right front broke, the sbop said that the subframe is rusted and broke alone with the cv axle, the swaybar, the lower crontrol arm.
In motion applaid the brakes front wheel broke down and everything froze up on a city street
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.
Passenger side control arm lower ball joint came apart and threads on ball joint was damaged
Control arm broke and axle snapped. The car was inspected in september. Alignment. New tires. I was unable to steer or stop. Seems the frame cannot support the weight of the car. The manufacturer is aware of this problem. This happened very unexpectedly. I had been on highway all day. Broke at home depot parking lot less than 1 hr. After exiting expressway. *see voq 11090509*
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge caliber. While driving in a parking lot, the front driver's side wheel detached from the vehicle. As a result, the vehicle crashed into a light pole. The air bags deployed. There were no injuries sustained. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to the dealer (canandaigua chrysler dodge jeep, 2591 rochester rd, canandaigua, ny 14424) where it was diagnosed that the control arm failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified and informed the contact that the vehicle could not be repaired due to the crash; therefore, the contact would be responsible for the repair cost. The failure mileage was 130,000. *see voq 11090513*
The sub frame is rusted out
I have owned this dodge caliber for 6 years now and the lower control arms on this vehicle are a very poor design. In the 6 years that I have owned this car I have replaced the lower control arms 3 times. Both control arms were replaced each time because the bushings were bad, cracked and split. Now for the fourth time I will be replacing these control arms because of this same issue.
I have replaced both front struts both sway bar links passengers side front lower control arm and bushings (ball joints) still here something hitting and while driving the car goes where it wants in steering goes into other lanes to oncoming vehicles have to pull back onto my lane like it looses steering
My collage age daughters caliber started making popping noises when driving. We took it to our garage and was told that the crossmember was rusted out. I was informed that there were a lot of complaints on this problem and have seen here that is the case. I really believe that chrysler should be responsible for this repair. I just spent $1280.00 to repair this problem not counting the danger it put my daughter in. Not a happy dad!!!!
Front end suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge caliber. While the vehicle was stationary, the crossmember became rusted and the suspension area made a clunking noise. Goodwin brothers automobile co. In new castle, indiana was made aware of the failure and stated that the extended warranty had expired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 213,000.
Sub frame rust on 42,000 mile car, will not pass pa state inspection. Steering rack not securely attached to sub frame. Car steers erratically
Control arm broke wheel disconnected car moving in parking lot unable to steer. Car hit pole 15 MPH. Control arm broke from crossmember. Fca aware of rust fca recommended diagnostic from dealership. Service manager said technical issue. Would not repair unsafe vehicle because of accident. Fca cannot offer any help. Car has had suspension problem from the beginning. $2000. In repairs 2 prior months. Rear can no longer be aligned due to rust. Rear crossmember not replaced 2 month tire ware. No toe adjustment. Steel belts show inner rear tires. Blow out unexpectedly. Totally unsafe. Well maintained
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
Vehicle was slowing down for a red light on us-23 s north of columbus oh. According to mechanic, subframe snapped due to rust that had not been detected on previous trips to shop. Front left cross member disengaged and that corner of the car hit the pavement at ~30 MPH. Had we been traveling at full posted speed (55 MPH) when subframe snapped this might have been a fatal accident. Chrysler's records say extended warranty for this issue under tsb 23-012-14 ended earlier this year. Chrysler issued no recall on this issue despite obvious safety implications. Car was purchased used in 2012 so of course no notification was received from chrysler when this tsb was issued in 2014. We demand that chrysler own up to the severity of this problem and properly compensate all affected owners. The federal safety agency needs to pressure chrysler to make it right if they want to avoid a class action suit.
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