2009 Dodge Caliber vs 2009 Hyundai Elantra Touring
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 | 2009 Dodge Caliber | 2009 Hyundai Elantra Touring |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 232 | 32 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 35 | 39 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 13 | 0 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22–27 | 26 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 82,000 mi | 75,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Caliber | Hyundai Elantra Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 64 | 2 |
| Suspension | 61 | 2 |
| Structure | 49 | 2 |
| Electrical System | 23 | 4 |
| Steering | 16 | 11 |
| Engine | 22 | 1 |
| Air Bags | 7 | 8 |
| Tires | 10 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 74 | 0 |
| Stalling | 23 | 0 |
| Overheating | 16 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 9 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 8 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 7 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 5 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 6 |
2009 Dodge Caliber
2009 Hyundai Elantra Touring
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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.