2008 Audi A3 vs 2008 Dodge Caliber
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2008 Audi A3 | 2008 Dodge Caliber |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 43 | 360 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 476 | 51 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 21 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 24–25 | 22–26 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 25,000 mi | 86,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Audi A3 | Dodge Caliber |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 1 | 113 |
| Structure | 1 | 87 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 58 |
| Power Train | 13 | 37 |
| Air Bags | 24 | 22 |
| Engine | 0 | 43 |
| Steering | 0 | 35 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 27 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Hesitation / surging | 10 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 121 |
| Stalling | 0 | 32 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 20 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 13 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 12 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 7 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 6 |
2008 Audi A3
2008 Dodge Caliber
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.