2010 Dodge Caliber vs 2010 Toyota Matrix
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 | 2010 Dodge Caliber | 2010 Toyota Matrix |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 157 | 45 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 44 | 222 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 12 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 23–26 | 22–28 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 78,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Caliber | Toyota Matrix |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 31 | 27 |
| Electrical System | 32 | 1 |
| Suspension | 26 | 1 |
| Engine | 20 | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 18 | 4 |
| Power Train | 17 | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 15 | 1 |
| Steering | 12 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 27 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 23 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 7 | 0 |
| Won’t start | 6 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 6 | 0 |
2010 Dodge Caliber
2010 Toyota Matrix
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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.