TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 DODGE CALIBER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V668000 (SEAT BELTS, AIR BAGS). THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT …
2011 dodge Caliber airbags problems
severe 33 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $1,100
Complaints
33
Recalls
0
Crashes
5
Avg fix
$1,100
What owners are reporting 6 most recent
TL-CONTACT OWNS A 2011 DODGE CALIBER ----- RECEIVED TK HOLDINGS POSTCARD ---- CONTACT BROUGHT VEHICLE AT A USED CAR DEALERSHIP KNOWS WORCESTOR DODGE - CALLED DEALERSHIP AND DEALERSHIP GAVE CONTACT A CASE NUMBER -- CONTACTED ADAM AT DODGE AND HE IS NOT RESPONDING TO PHONE CALLS REGARDING AIRBAG RECALL...CONTACT REFUSED TO GIVE VIN NUMBER. CB
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 DODGE CALIBER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V668000 (AIR BAGS, SEAT BELT). THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT…
THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT. THE VEHICLE WAS GOING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH AND JUMPED A DITCH AND STRUCK A POLE ON THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE OF VEHICLE WAS PUSHED UP TO THE WINDSHIELD. THE FORCE OF THE IMPACT CAUSED THE DRIVER TO BEND THE STEERING WHEEL BY IMPACT. NONE OF THE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED AT ANY POINT DURING THIS.*DT*JB THE CONSUMER PROVIDED PHOTOS O…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2011 DODGE CALIBER. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, ANOTHER VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE ON THE PASSENGER SIDE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED SOFT TISSUE INJURIES THROUGH THE BODY AND CONTINUOUSLY SOUGHT MEDICAL ATTENTION. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A TOWING LOT WHERE THE VEHICLE WAS DECLARED DESTROYED. THE MAN…
I OWN A 2011 DODGE CALIBER WITH A RECALL FOR LOSS OF AIR BAG AND SEAT BELT PRETENSIONER DEPLOYMENT CAPABILITY. I DO NOT WANT TO DRIVE MY CAR DUE TO THIS SAFETY ISSUE IN ADDITION TO HAVING CHILDREN IN MY CAR. I CANNOT EVEN GET A REASONABLE TRADE OFFER DUE TO THIS. I AM TOLD THAT THE PARTS MY NOT BE AVAILABLE UNTIL JUNE 16, 2016. THIS IS A SERIOUS DANGER TO MY FAMILY AND A HUGE FINANCIAL LOSS FOR TR…
Common questions
How serious is the airbags problem on the 2011 dodge Caliber?
It's a meaningful issue. 33 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $1,100.
At what mileage does the airbags typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $1,100 for airbags 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 airbags?
No active recalls currently cover airbags 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.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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