2007 Dodge Caliber visibility problems

Filed Jun 20, 2024 · Airbags, Body · 70,000 miles · NJ

The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Caliber. The contact stated that while it was raining, there was water entering through the sunroof and doors into the vehicle. The air bag warning light was illuminated. The contact called the local dealer, who stated that there were no related recalls for the failures. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that there was no recall coverage for the failures and the contact was referred to the federal safety agency Hotline to report the failures. The failure mileage was approximately 70,000.

Filed May 24, 2022 · Body, Brakes · NY · fire

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.

Filed May 24, 2018 · Visibility · 110,100 miles · IA

Backseat window exploded from the inside, while parked in driveway, all windows rolled up and outside temp of 80 . Contacted safelite glass repair, was told, we have repaired 19000 2007 dodge caliber windows...they are familiar with this complaint

Filed Feb 21, 2017 · Visibility · 98,000 miles · MO

While driving on the highway my windshield wipers started going very slow even though they were on high, eventually stopping all together during a heavy rainstorm causing me to have very poor visibility. I assumed it was a bad wiper motor but it ended up being the tipm( control module). Judging from all the forums on the internet, this is a very dangerous, exspensive , common problem that needs to be addressed before someone gets in a serious accident.

Filed Apr 5, 2016 · Acceleration, Electrical · 130,000 miles · IN

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge caliber. While driving 25 MPH, the accelerator pedal became stuck without warning. The contact also mentioned that the windshield wipers, defroster, and radio became inoperable. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the failure could not be determined. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 10v234000 (vehicle speed control). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000. Updated 05/17/16*lj the consumer stated the crossbar was repaired.

Filed Feb 29, 2016 · Electrical, Suspension · GA

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge caliber. While driving at various speeds, the vehicle made an abnormal noise in the front end. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the driver and passenger side ball joints and control arms failed and needed to be repaired. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. While driving at various speeds, the windshield wipers would independently activate. While driving at various speeds, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the alternator failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. While attempting to start the vehicle, it failed to start. The contact stated that the electronic throttle control warning indicator would illuminate on the instrument panel. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

Filed Jun 11, 2015 · Electrical, Visibility · 80,000 miles · VA

I was driving down the interstate during a heavy rain storm and my windshield wipers stopped working. I turned them off and back on but they would not turn back on. Based on research conducted, and similar issues found during the research, all signs point to the totally integrated power module. This is completely unsafe and I can't believe this part isn't weather proof when it controls so many vital parts of the vehicle. With all the issues I'm also shocked to know there hasn't been a recall on this product. This same style product is used in multiple dodge vehicles and other chrysler / jeep vehicles. Those vehicles also exhibit the same issue.

Filed Jun 12, 2014 · Electrical, Lights · 90,000 miles · CT

A couple of weeks ago I was on my way to work and turned on my signal light to make a turn. When I turned my signal light on I noticed that the interior overhead light went on. I found it strange and thought my door may have been opened. A few days later on my way to work the signal lights were no longer working. This is where my serious concerns began. I have a 30 minute commute to work and switch lanes or make turns quite often en route. It gets worse. After a long day at work I ran out to my vehicle to avoid gettin soaked in the rain and when I attempted to turn on my wipers I was infuriated to find out they were no longer working either. Needless to say the vehicle is parked in my driveway. Fog lights don't work, turn signals, wipers and highbeams are no longer working.

Filed Apr 17, 2014 · Visibility · 107,400 miles · CO

Ir conditioning compressor failed and was replaced under extended warranty in january 2013. New A/C compressor installed, but A/C clutch fell off fourteen months later as I was turning a corner. I was told that because of the compressor failure, (which one was not referenced) there are metal shavings in the A/C coolant lines and the entire system needs replacement. Service adviser stated that he has received multiple complaints of this and that I will be unable to use vehicle defrost due to this and it is the snowiest time of the year. Dodge will not replace, as vehicle and part are now both out of warranty. Replacement part only under warranty for 12 months, but have not had to engage either defrost or A/C in the past 8 months until two weeks ago, when the replacement failed and the clutch broke off. Using the defrost could result in the unit overheating, causing an engine fire or other failure.

Filed Sep 6, 2013 · Visibility · 120,000 miles · SC

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge caliber rt. The contact was driving approximately 50 MPH in heavy rain when the windshield wipers were activated but failed to operate. The contact had to move off the roadway until the raining ceased. The windshield wipers were then reactivated but failed within seconds. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the mechanic diagnosed that the total integrated power module (tipm) had to be replaced and the vehicle would be repaired once the part became available. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the defect. The approximate failure mileage was 120,000.