2008 Dodge Caliber vs 2010 Dodge Caliber
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2008 Dodge Caliber | 2010 Dodge Caliber |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 360 | 157 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 51 | 44 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 21 | 12 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22–26 | 23–26 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 86,000 mi | 78,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Caliber | Dodge Caliber |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 113 | 26 |
| Structure | 87 | 10 |
| Electrical System | 58 | 32 |
| Engine | 43 | 20 |
| Power Train | 37 | 17 |
| Air Bags | 22 | 31 |
| Steering | 35 | 12 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 27 | 18 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 121 | 23 |
| Stalling | 32 | 27 |
| Loss of power | 20 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 13 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 12 | 7 |
| Airbag warning light | 7 | 6 |
| Check engine light | 6 | 0 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 5 | 0 |
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.