2010 Dodge Caliber vs 2012 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 | 2010 Dodge Caliber | 2012 Dodge Caliber |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 157 | 49 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 44 | 100 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 12 | 9 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 23–26 | 24–27 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 78,000 mi | 70,284 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Caliber | Dodge Caliber |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 31 | 17 |
| Electrical System | 32 | 5 |
| Suspension | 26 | 5 |
| Seat Belts | 15 | 13 |
| Engine | 20 | 5 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 18 | 7 |
| Power Train | 17 | 5 |
| Structure | 10 | 6 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 27 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 23 | 7 |
| Vibration / shaking | 7 | 0 |
| Won’t start | 6 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 6 | 0 |
2010 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.