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ProblemsByVin File / 2010-DODGE-CALIBER
2010 · dodge

dodge Caliber problems

1 safety recall. 157 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

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Reliability score
7.6 / 10

Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.

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Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints

airbags
30 reports · avg $1,100
severe
electrical
26 reports · avg $850
moderate
suspension
21 reports · avg $900
moderate
powertrain
15 reports · avg $2,500
moderate
steering
12 reports · avg $700
moderate
engine
10 reports · avg $3,100
moderate
cruise control
9 reports · avg $600
moderate
body
4 reports · avg $1,500
severe

What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2010 Caliber · suspension
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 DODGE CALIBER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE HAVING A RECALL REPAIR PERFORMED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V668000 (SEAT BELTS, AIR BAGS) AT MAGUIRE DODGE RAM OF SYRACUSE (959 HIAWATHA BLVD W, SYRACUSE, NY 13204, (844) 327-8693) THE TECHNICIAN…
12/28/2020 · NHTSA ODI #11385258.0
2010 Caliber · airbags Crash
I WAS TRAVELING AT APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH WHEN I LOST CONSCIOUSNESS DUE TO ADVERSE REACTION TO A PRESCRIBED MEDICATION. APPROACHED RETRO-STYLE PICKUP TRUCK STOPPED AT RED LIGHT & BECAUSE OF BEING UNCONSCIOUS DIDN'T APPLY BRAKES TO SLOW DOWN & STOP. FRONTAL CRASH INTO REAR END OF…
12/28/2012 · NHTSA ODI #10490366.0
2010 Caliber · electrical
STARTED MY CAR THIS MORNING AND LET IT RUN FOR AWHILE(5 MIN) UNTIL RPMS WENT DOWN, ITS 12 DEGREES OUTSIDE, I DROVE THROUGH MY PARKING LOT MAYBE 20 FT AND THROTTLE WARNING LIGHT CAME ON, I DIDN'T KNOW WHAT IT WAS AT FIRST BUT I RESEARCHED WHILE LETTING MY CAR IDLE IT SORT OF…
12/27/2014 · NHTSA ODI #10668468.0
2010 Caliber · other
MY CAR JUST TURNED OFF WHILE DRIVING AND HASN'T STARTED AGAIN I HAVE A NO BUS ERROR ON THE ODOMETER AND I CHANGED THE CRANKSHAFT SENSOR AND CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR AND STILL WON'T START BUT ALL THE LIGHTS AND LOCKS STILL WORK
12/24/2020 · NHTSA ODI #11384888.0

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moderate NHTSA 10V197000 11/05/2010

CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 DODGE CALIBER VEHICLES

AN UNLATCHED DOOR COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF AN UNBELTED FRONT SEAT PASSENGER BEING EJECTED FROM THE VEHICLE.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE FRONT RIGHT DOOR LOCK ROD AS REQUIRED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JUNE 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.

Common questions

Is the 2010 Dodge Caliber reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.6 out of 10 based on 157 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2010 Dodge Caliber is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.

What's the most common problem on the 2010 Dodge Caliber?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is airbags, with 30 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The airbags is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Dodge Caliber has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2010 Dodge Caliber?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 157 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $1,100, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.

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