2011 Audi A3 vs 2011 Dodge Caliber
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 | 2011 Audi A3 | 2011 Dodge Caliber |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 43 | 165 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 843 | 86 |
| Investigations | 2 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 9 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 24–32 | 24–27 |
| Median reported mileage | 50,100 mi | 64,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Audi A3 | Dodge Caliber |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 20 | 36 |
| Engine | 6 | 26 |
| Suspension | 0 | 30 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 24 |
| Seat Belts | 0 | 25 |
| Structure | 1 | 21 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 21 |
| Power Train | 3 | 17 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 5 | 25 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 30 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 11 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 8 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 7 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 5 |
2011 Audi A3
2011 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.