2011 Dodge Caliber
This year's complaint volume is within 30% of this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
- Complaints
- 165
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- Air bags
Campaigns on file for 2011
Opened by NHTSA
22% of complaints
Complaints per year
2011: 165 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2006 | 1 |
| 2007 | 884 |
| 2008 | 360 |
| 2009 | 232 |
| 2010 | 157 |
| 2011 | 165 |
| 2012 | 49 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Air bags
22% · 36 reportsShow complaint excerpts
Dodge RAM Caliber mainstreet had both driver and passenger faulty air bags. They sprayed a mist that burnt the occupants skin!
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-05-06
Suspension
18% · 30 reportsMost commonly citing control arm.
Show complaint excerpts
This Vehicle was sold to me July 28,2023. It was said to be safe to sell to me by H&I, Auto Repair Shop in Sterling Hts , they let Grimaldi's Auto Sales, in Warren, Mi , on Mound sell me the vehicle I am an [XXX] woman.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-12-19
Engine
16% · 26 reportsSeat belts
15% · 25 reportsElectrical system
15% · 24 reportsShow complaint excerpts
On my 2011 Dodge Caliber, I was driving to work as usual, then all of a sudden my vehicle started to flash a bunch of lights. Then shut off. My RPM went up and then down. I was able to pull over for safely this time.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-09-29
Also filed under Electronic stability control (esc) and vehicle speed control
Driving home from work around 8:15PM. On Wednesday, February 12TH, 2014. I was making a left hand turn onto one of the streets the leads me to my home as I always do.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-03-24
Also filed under Steering
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2011-07-04Steering11V315000 Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2011Dodge journey, Jeep wrangler, Chrysler 200, Chrysler 200 convertible, Dodge Avenger, Dodge nitro, Jeep liberty, Dodge Caliber, Jeep compass, Jeep…
Remedy: Dealers will inspect for rivet presence and alignment and repair the steering column pivot as required, free of charge. The safety recall began on July 4, 2011. Owners may contact Chrysler at…
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2017-08-15Air bags, seat belts16V668000 Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Chrysler 200, 2010 Chrysler Sebring, 2010-2012 Dodge Caliber and 2010-2014 Jeep Patriot, Compass and Dodge Avenger vehicles.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the OCR, free of charge. Interim letters informing owners that parts are not available yet were mailed on October 26, 2016. The recall began on August 15, 2017.
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2019-09-09Preliminary evaluationClosed 2026-02-25 Active Head Rest Inadvertent Deployment
Buy-smart checklist
2011 Dodge Caliber — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Air bags: 36 reports on file for this year.
- Suspension: 30 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 26 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 11V315000 · Steering
- Recall 16V668000 · Air bags, seat belts
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- Is the 2011 Dodge Caliber reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2011 Dodge Caliber is rated "typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 2011 Dodge Caliber?
- The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 22% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2011 Dodge Caliber have?
- 2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.