2008 Dodge Caliber structure problems
87 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the structure on the 2008 Dodge Caliber — 24% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The entire underneath of my car is rusted out. I was driving to work one day when someone pulled out in front of me and I had to hit the brakes. That resulted in the subframe and front drivers axel to break as I’m driving! The sunroof leaks when it rains and half the time the electricity doesn’t…”
filed Nov 24, 2022
“The contact owns a 2008 Dodge Caliber. The contact stated while taking the vehicle into a local state inspection, he was notified that the vehicle did not pass inspection due to the K-frame of the undercarriage was fractured due to corrosion and rust. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The…”
filed Sep 23, 2021
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
3100519 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Nov 20, 2019
Structure problems in other Caliber years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 Caliber | 6 | 12% |
| 2011 Caliber | 21 | 13% |
| 2010 Caliber | 10 | 6% |
| 2009 Caliber | 49 | 21% |
| 2007 Caliber | 158 | 18% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2008 Dodge Caliber
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.