Engine
1.8L 4-cyl
How to read this file. Complaint records are unverified owner submissions to the federal safety agency. Counts are raw, not adjusted for sales volume or vehicle age. Recall campaigns apply to the model; only a VIN check shows whether this car is affected or repaired. Parts shown are named by an editorial note or listed as a search directory; none is a diagnosis. Full methodology.
Fault profile
Complaint-component records on this vehicle, grouped by family. A complaint naming two systems counts once in each.
Complaints are owner-reported and not verified by the agency.
When it fails
The timing of this vehicle's reported failures, from the complaint file itself. A cluster tells you what to expect and when; it is shaped by reporting behavior as well as by the vehicle.
Vehicle age when the failure occurred
Years between the model year and the owner's reported failure date. Based on 883 of 884 complaints with a usable failure date.
Odometer when the failure occurred
Owner-reported mileage at failure, in 20,000-mile bands. Based on 727 of 884 complaints reporting a plausible odometer (500 to 500,000 miles; unverified).
Known issues
The component families with the most complaint records against this vehicle. Counts, crash and fire figures belong to the whole family, not to any single named issue. Parts listed are related system parts, not a diagnosis.
Suspension
259 complaint records1 fire report9 crash reports
"TOOK CAR IN FOR INSPECTION AND WAS TOLD BY MECHANIC THAT THE FRAME WAS SHOT, TOTALLY RUSTED OUT AND COULD BREAK ANYTIME...."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse suspension parts in the directory →
Electrical system
205 complaint records6 fire reports2 crash reports
"TIPM MODULE DOES NOT POWER LIGHTS TO SEE WHILE DRIVING AND LED TO POWER DRAINS. LED TO COMPLETE LOSS OF POWER ON HIGHWAY. *TR..."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse electrical system parts in the directory →
Body & structure
161 complaint records2 fire reports2 crash reports
"MY HUSBAND WAS DRIVING HOME FROM WORK AND THE K MEMBER JUST BROKE AS HE APPROACHED AN INTERSECTION. IT IS NOW ON A TRAILER UNABLE TO BE DRIVEN...."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse body & structure parts in the directory →
Federal defect investigations
Formal investigations opened by the federal safety agency into this vehicle. An investigation is the step between a complaint pattern and a recall; not every one results in one.
| Investigation | Status | Component | Subject |
|---|---|---|---|
| PE10012 opened Apr 2010 | closed Aug 2010 | Vehicle Speed Control | Sticking Accelerator Pedal - led to recall 10V234000 In their Defect Information Report (DIR) of June 3, 2010, Chrysler Group, LLC (Chrysler) notified NHTSA that it will conduct a safety recall of approximately 25,265 model year 2007 Dodge Caliber vehicles and 71 model year 2007 Jeep Compass vehicles... |
Recall campaigns
Safety-recall remedies are normally provided at no charge. Under US federal law the mandatory free remedy applies when the vehicle was no more than 15 years old at the time the defect was determined; manufacturers often cover older vehicles voluntarily. Canadian rules differ. Confirm eligibility with the manufacturer using the VIN. Each campaign number links to the federal record.
| Campaign | Component | Summary | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17V824000 | Equipment | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling various Dodge, Chrysler, and RAM vehicles equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. | Normally free |
| 10V234000 | Vehicle Speed Control | CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2007 DODGE CALIBER AND JEEP COMPASS PASSENGER VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM MARCH 7 THROUGH MAY 19, 2006. | Normally free |
| 07V196000 | Wheels | CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH REAR DISC BRAKES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD (FMVSS) NO. | Normally free |
| 06V493000 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, THE ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) CONTROL MODULE SOFTWARE MAY CAUSE THE REAR BRAKES TO LOCK UP DURING CERTAIN BRAKING CONDITIONS. | Normally free |
Transport Canada recalls
Recalls issued under Canadian law for this model year, from Transport Canada's Vehicle Recalls Database. Matched by model name, so a Canadian-market variant may appear here that was sold under another name in the US. Units are Canadian vehicles affected.
| Recall | System | Units (CA) | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017663 2017-12-22 | Accessories | 7,391 | On certain vehicles equipped with the Roadside Emergency Kit containing a Kidde fire extinguishers with black plastic handles and valves, the fire extinguishers may become clogged or require excessive force to activate. |
| 2010184 2010-06-04 | Other | 5,646 | On certain vehicles, the accelerator pedal pivot bearing bushings may dislodge from the pedal bushing bearing pockets and cause the accelerator pedal to bind or stick. |
| 2007139 2007-05-02 | Brakes | 89 | On certain vehicles, the length of the rear wheel hub mounting bolts may prevent proper actuation of the park brake. This could allow unintended movement of the vehicle under certain conditions and cause a crash without warning. |
| 2006373 2006-12-27 | Brakes | 5,886 | On certain vehicles, the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) control module software may cause the rear brakes to lock-up during certain braking conditions. This could result in a loss of vehicle control and cause a crash without warning. |
Service bulletins and warranty extensions
Manufacturer communications to dealers on file with the federal agency: repair instructions, service campaigns, and warranty extensions. A warranty extension means the manufacturer may pay for a repair the recall table does not cover.
| Bulletin | Type | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9100226 Sep 2023 | Electrical System | Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. | |
| 9004009 Apr 2021 | Power Train | Transmission Kit with Torque Converter 1. All Promaster (VF) 3.6L/62TE equipped vehicles. If the transmission bracket to the transmission case fasteners are removed during servicing, the fasteners (Part Number 06511385A$) are one-time usage. | |
| 9004268 Jun 2020 | Engine | THROTTLE BODY For clarification, only use 68414676A$ on 2010 & earlier vehicles as supply is limited. | |
| 23-015-20 Apr 2020 | Equipment | Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19 | |
| 08-049-20 Apr 2020 | Equipment | Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are necessary. |
Show 42 more bulletins
| Bulletin | Type | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31-006-19 Nov 2019 | Structure | Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage. | |
| 31-003-19 Nov 2019 | Equipment | Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts. | |
| 31-005-19 Nov 2019 | Equipment | 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. | |
| 3100619 Nov 2019 | Structure | Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage. | |
| 3100319 Nov 2019 | Structure | Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts. | |
| 3100519 Nov 2019 | Structure | 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. | |
| 9003687 Mar 2017 | Seat Belts | Restraints Remove I-Sheet from packaging. Correct information sheet (I-Sheet) has been added to Star Parts. Print I-Sheet for technician use. | |
| 68332810 Sep 2016 | Engine And Engine Cooling | Service - Four Piece Oil Pan Gasket All Cummins Equipped Vehicles ONLY - The replacement oil pan gasket can be a four piece gasket rather than a single piece gasket. This applies to Cummins 5.9L and 6.7L engines only. Installation: 1. Clean the oil pan T-joints.~ 2. | |
| R2118796A Feb 2016 | Engine And Engine Cooling | Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling. | |
| RL108213A$ Jan 2016 | Engine And Engine Cooling | NAG1 (5A580) Valve Body As per Warranty Bulletin D-13-22, please use R2108213A$ valve body for all Warranty (W), Mopar (M) and Mopar Vehicle Protection (F) claims.~ Assembly also includes Filter (52108325AA) and Gasket (52108332AA).~ | |
| 9003215 Feb 2015 | Engine And Engine Cooling | Part Description: 5.7L Long Block Issue Description: This 5.7L Long Block Assembly is compatible with both EGR and Non-EGR applications. An EGR Block-Off Plate (53032739AA) must be ordered when installing this Long Block Assembly in a Non-EGR application. | |
| 9002887 Feb 2015 | Engine And Engine Cooling | Part Description: Valve Body Assembly Issue Description: Valve body design was changed between 2010MY and 2011MY applications. To prevent mix matching valve bodies and solenoid packs the connectors are color coded.~ Valve bodies with a white connector can be used on 2010, 2009,... | |
| WB-D-14-07 May 2014 | Equipment | MOPAR: THE WARRANT HAS BEEN EXTENDED ON FRONT AND/OR REAR CROSSMEMBERS FOR CERTAIN VEHICLES, IN SALT BELT REGIONS, AND COVERS 10 YEARS/UNLIMITED MILES AND EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY. MODEL 2007 CALIBER, COMPASS, PATRIOT. *PE | |
| 23-012-14 May 2014 | Wheels | Front And Rear Crossmember Corrosion (X58 10 Years Unlimited Mileage) This bulletin involves inspecting the front and rear crossmembers for perforation / rust through and if necessary, replace the crossmember(s). | |
| 2301214 May 2014 | Structure | Front And Rear Crossmember Corrosion (X58 10 Years Unlimited Mileage) | |
| 23-036-13 Nov 2013 | Structure | SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. | |
| 9002519 Mar 2013 | Equipment | 82212076, 82203694 - Fabric Cleaner This "fabric cleaner" is not intended for sale in California, the otc states (Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Washington dc), and some ladco states (Illinois,... | |
| 09-001-13 Feb 2013 | Engine | Gasoline Engine Diagnostic Inspection Procedure This bulletin provides a procedure to determine repair versus replacement of a gasoline long block engine assembly. This procedure is to be used prior to conducting any engine related repairs or removal of engine components. | |
| SB-08-024-10 Sep 2010 | Fuel System | DODGE: FUEL GAUGE FLUCTUATION. FUEL GAUGE IS NOT ACCURATE OR FLUCTUATES AT 3/4 OF A TANK OR ABOVE. THIS BULLETIN INVOLVES REPLACING THE FUEL SENDING UNIT, CLOCKING THE FUEL MODULE AND INSTALLING A FUEL JUMPER HOSE. *PE | |
| 1801108 REVB Jun 2008 | Power Train | FLASH: MIL ILLUMINATION WITH DTC P0139 OR 02270. THIS BULLETIN INVOLVES SELECTIVELY ERASING AND REPROGRAMMING THE POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM). *PE | |
| 18-011-08 Mar 2008 | Power Train | FLASH: MILL ILLUMINATION WITH DTC P0139 OR P2270. *NJ | |
| 08-007-08 Mar 2008 | Engine And Engine Cooling | NO ENGINE CRANK OR NO ENGINE START DUE TO ELECTRONIC LOCKUP OF THE WCM/SKREEM. *NJ | |
| 2304106 Aug 2007 | Exterior Lighting | EXTERIOR LAMP - LENS FOGGING. *NJ | |
| 1803407 May 2007 | Engine And Engine Cooling | MIL/ETC ILLUMINATION WITH DTC P2174. *KB | |
| 0801007 May 2007 | Steering | STEERING ANGLE SENSOR - NOT INITIALIZED/INTERNAL. *KB | |
| 1803107 Apr 2007 | Power Train | ERASE AND REPROGRAM THE GPEC POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) WITH NEW SOFTWARE. *KB | |
| 2305306 Dec 2006 | Visibility | REAR WIPER ARM MIGHT COME LOOSE AFTER USE. INSTALLING A NEW NUT ON THE REAR WIPER ARM SHOULD SOLVE THE PROBLEM. *KB | |
| 1803306 Nov 2006 | Electrical System | MIL ILLUMINATION/GENERATOR LAMP ILLUMINATION/ OIL PRESSURE LAMP ILLUMINATION/DRIVEABILITY IMPROVEMENTS. *KB | |
| 2304706 Oct 2006 | Visibility | CRACKED WINDSHIELD DUE TO BEING HIT BY A FOREIGN OBJECT LIKE A STONE. *KB | |
| 06049 Oct 2006 | Unknown Or Other | TRAILER TOW HARNESS WITH INCORRECT WIRING OR MISSING HARNESS. *KB | |
| 2101306 Oct 2006 | Power Train | CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION (CVT) AUTOMATIC SHIFTER DIAGNOSTICS. *TT | |
| 2200406 Oct 2006 | Tires | TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM INFORMATION. *KB | |
| 06026 Oct 2006 | Engine And Engine Cooling | FRONT CAM BEARING CAP BOLTS LOOSE. *TT | |
| 38 Oct 2006 | Engine And Engine Cooling | ENGINE CAMSHAFT CAP BOLTS MAY NOT HAVE BEEN ADEQUATELY TIGHTENED. THIS PROBLEM MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE CAMSHAFT BEARING AND/OR THE CAMSHAFT. *KB | |
| 0803006 Aug 2006 | Power Train | POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE INITIALIZATION. *KB | |
| 1800106 Jul 2006 | Equipment | STARSCAN@/STARMOBILE ABORT RECOVERY PROCEDURES. *TT | |
| 29 Jul 2006 | Power Train | THE POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) WAS INADVERTENTLY PROGRAMMED WITH DIAGNOSTIC SOFTWARE THAT IS UNABLE TO DETECT AN ENGINE THERMOSTAT MALFUNCTION. EMISSIONS RECALL F29. REPROGRAM PCM - OBD THERMOSTAT MONITOR. *TT | |
| 2301606 Mar 2006 | Structure | LOWER DOOR HINGES MAKE POPPING/GROAN SOUND AT COLD TEMPERATURES. *AK | |
| 06012 Feb 2006 | Equipment | RAPID RESPONSE TRANSMITTAL TO REPROGRAM THE PCM, TCM, WCM AND COOLING SYSTEM FLUSH. *TT | |
| 0800906 Feb 2006 | Tires | TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING (TPM) SENSOR PROGRAMMING METHODS. *TT | |
| 0800806 Feb 2006 | Tires | ERRONEOUS TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING DTC'S ON VEHICLES NOT EQUIPPED WITH TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM. *TT | |
| 2200106 Feb 2006 | Tires | TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPM) DISPLAYS DASHES "--" WHEN THE SPARE TIRE IS USED. *TT |
Before you buy this vehicle
A test-drive checklist generated from this vehicle's own complaint and recall record.
- Find the roughest road nearby.Clunks over bumps, a droning hum that changes when the car leans, or a corner that sits low are this vehicle's suspension complaints. Wheel bearings and control arm bushings lead the parts list.
- Sit in it with the engine off and test everything that has a switch.Windows, locks, lights, the cluster, the radio. Electrical faults are this vehicle's story and the hardest to see on a drive: an intermittent no-start waits for the second week of ownership. Ask for the battery's age and whether any control module has been replaced.
- Walk the body slowly in daylight.Panel gaps, rust at the rockers and wheel arches, and cracked trim are this vehicle's structure complaints. Open and close the liftgate or trunk and look at the latch area.
- Run the VIN against open recalls before you negotiate.This vehicle has 4 recall campaigns on file. An open recall needs VIN-specific confirmation. Many are quick, no-charge fixes and worth negotiating over; an unresolved do-not-drive advisory, or a remedy the manufacturer has not yet made available, should stop the purchase until it is resolved.
- Ask for the service history in writing, then read it against this page.The complaint families above are where owners of this vehicle report trouble. Repairs in exactly those systems are evidence the car had the problem; no such repairs could mean it never developed it, or that it was never fixed. The test-drive items above are how you tell those apart.
Parts search directory
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