Dodge Caliber pulling problems

Filed Nov 2, 2025 · Steering, Suspension · NJ

I was just at the dealer mechanic for an oil change and asked about a slight pull to one side when stopping. after doing the oil change he cam back with a list of things the most significant of which was a that the front sub-frame was rotted out, as well as the rear bumper metal under the plastic cover. They gave me an estimate for the repairs exceeding $7000. Then I came home an researched this problem and find its common on these calibers from 2007-2012 and is a known problem!? but no recall was ever issued! There was a "Customer Satisfaction Notification X69" Which I never received. I have also had the vehicle into the dealer other times recently and was never informed of this issue which couldn't have possibly happened over night.

Filed Sep 30, 2020 · Steering, Suspension · PA

So , the car I purchased on aug.2nd, of this year... Has many issues! First of all about 2 weeks into having the vehicle... I needed exhaust work done... Shortly after that.. I began experiencing some pulling to the right when I touched the break pedal, now I'm experiencing some weird situation under the front of the car. Which in fact is causing the car to shake and now when I tap the break to stop the vehicle theirs a loud noise and when I give it gas.. It shreeks! It's very terrifying to say the least... I was unable to drive it back to my residence... I'm unable to drive this vehicle at all

Filed May 3, 2019 · Body · 96,000 miles · NY

The vehicle started shaking and pulling to the right I brought the vehicle to a body shop to find out what is wrong with the vehicle and was told the frame was rotted. I called my local dodge dealership and they informed me there was no recalls or warranty for the vehicle. Attached is the extended warranty which states this should be fixed under warranty. The cost to fix this issue will cost 1700 dollars thats the price I was quoted. What can I do about this I cant afford to fix it and its unsafe to drive and can cause severe injuries or death if it breaks while driving. If you cant help please help me find the help I need.

Filed May 7, 2018 · Body · 85,000 miles · WI

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 dodge caliber. While driving approximately 40 MPH, the contact heard an abnormal noise. In addition, the vehicle was pulling to the left. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was driven to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the subframe was rusted and about to detach from the vehicle. The contact called the manufacturer's recall center hotline and was informed that the failure was not included in a recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer and dealer were not notified. The failure mileage was approximately 85,000.

Filed May 24, 2017 · Brakes, Engine · 100,000 miles · TX

There are currently 0 recalls on the 2008 dodge caliber 2.0. However, a simple youtube search will bring up common issues with the lower ball joints, which cause extreme tire wear and even severe pulling to the left and right with very little control. The anti-lock breaking system as well as the throttle body are huge issues as well. However, it wasn't a youtube search that brought this to my attention but instead driving one and looking into it. To my surprise there are zero recalls on this vehicle.

Filed Sep 7, 2016 · 127,203 miles · OH

Driving down the road and making a righthand turn, I heard a loud pop then the car started pulling hard to the right. I had to decrease my speed to 25 MPH due to the severe pulling. Had dad look at car and found the sub frame was cracked in half on drivers side. The car has not moved at all since that was found. My 3 year old daughter is often in this vehicle!

Filed May 12, 2016 · Suspension · 114,000 miles · OH

Rusted front subframe resulting in steering vibration and tire rubbing while driving. Vehicle was pulling hard to one side while driving on interstate. Unstable ride due to premature rusting of subframe

Filed Oct 13, 2015 · Steering · 82,000 miles · KY

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 dodge caliber. While driving approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle pulled to the right and occasionally to the left. Once a month, the tires had to be replaced because the tread wore out unevenly. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for a tire alignment who stated that something was wrong with the steering column and referred the contact to the dealer. The dealer agreed with the mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 82,000.

Filed Jun 15, 2015 · Steering, Suspension · 94,302 miles · CT

Front of vehicle started to shake and drivers side front made creaking noise. Took vehicle to dealer and they stated front struts and components were bad as well as drivers side ball joint. Vehicle was repaired however there is vibration in the steering and the vehicle pulls hard right. Also front end makes a lot of noise. Dealer performed front wheel alignment and balanced tires but problem is still there and mechanics can't find the issue. Vehicle is unsafe to drive and am very afraid to drive it especially since I'm disabled with young children. There are numerous complaints about the suspension issues with these cars and the problems need to be fixed before someone gets seriously injured or killed. Can't understand why nothing is being done after all of these complaints have been made by so many. This is why people don't buy american cars anymore. Foreign manufacturers will actually recall vehicles and stand behind their products.

Filed Nov 1, 2011 · Suspension · 29,000 miles · VA

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge caliber. The contact stated that the steering wheel would pull to the right and left erroneously and was causing the tires to wear prematurely. The dealer was notified of the failure and attempted to repair the steering defect, but the failure recurred. A local mechanic replaced the lower arm control. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 29,000 and the current mileage was 90,000.