2009 Dodge Caliber vs 2009 Honda Fit
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 | 2009 Dodge Caliber | 2009 Honda Fit |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 232 | 287 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 11 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 35 | 54 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 13 | 23 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22–27 | 29–31 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 82,000 mi | 60,800 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Caliber | Honda Fit |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 7 | 104 |
| Power Train | 64 | 33 |
| Suspension | 61 | 2 |
| Structure | 49 | 14 |
| Steering | 16 | 46 |
| Electrical System | 23 | 23 |
| Engine | 22 | 13 |
| Tires | 10 | 12 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 74 | 10 |
| Stalling | 23 | 13 |
| Overheating | 16 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 9 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 8 | 7 |
| Check engine light | 7 | 5 |
| Clunking / rattling | 5 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 14 |
2009 Dodge Caliber
2009 Honda Fit
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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.