Tl* the contact owns a 2009 Dodge caliber. The contact stated that while adding air to the drivers side rear tire, the valve stem became fractured. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where it was advised that the tire pressure monitoring system and valve stem needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure and…
2009 Dodge Caliber tires problems
moderate 9 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $150 · see tires across all vehicles →
Failure mileage
Complaints
9
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$150
When does it fail?
Of the 9 tires complaints filed for the 2009 Dodge Caliber, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 50,000-75,000 mi.
0-25k
25-50k
50-75k
75-100k
100-125k
125-150k
150k+
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
What stands out
No new NHTSA tires complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 12 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
What owners are reporting 1 most recent
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Common questions
How serious is the tires problem on the 2009 Dodge Caliber?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 9 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $150 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the tires typically fail?
Across the 8 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most tires failures cluster between 48,750 and 83,000 miles, with the median around 57,718. A quarter of owners report trouble before 48,750; a quarter make it past 83,000. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $150 for tires repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to tires?
No active recalls currently cover tires issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2009/Dodge/Caliber.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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