Does the 2011 Dodge Caliber have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2011 Dodge Caliber, the most recent reported on September 15, 2016 (Air bags, Seat belts: pretensioner, Air bags: frontal, sensor/control module-inactive). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2011 Dodge Caliber?

Owners have filed 165 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is air bags (36 complaints), followed by suspension (30).

How many 2011 Dodge Caliber complaints mention a crash or fire?

9 of 165 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 9 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2011 Dodge Caliber recalls and problems

2 recalls and 165 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2011 Dodge Caliber.

recalls

165

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2011 Dodge Caliber recalls

Air bags · Seat belts: pretensioner · Air bags: frontal, sensor/control module-inactive

NHTSA campaign 16V668000 · reported September 15, 2016 · Chrysler (FCA US LLC) · 1,435,625 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Chrysler 200, 2010 Chrysler Sebring, 2010-2012 Dodge Caliber and 2010-2014 Jeep Patriot, Compass and Dodge Avenger vehicles. The Occupant Restraint Control (OCR) module may short circuit, preventing the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags from deploying in the event of a crash.
The risk: If the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags are disabled, there is an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants in the event of a vehicle crash that necessitates deployment of these safety systems.
The fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the OCR, free of charge. Interim letters informing owners that parts are not available yet were mailed on October 26, 2016. The recall began on August 15, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S61.

Steering: column

NHTSA campaign 11V315000 · reported June 8, 2011 · CHRYSLER GROUP LLC · 11,096 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2011dodge journey, jeep wrangler, chrysler 200, chrysler 200 convertible, dodge avenger, dodge nitro, jeep liberty, dodge caliber, jeep compass, jeep patriot, dodge grand caravan and chrysler town & country vehicles. Some of these vehicles may have been built with a missing or incorrectly installed steering column pivot rivet.
The risk: A missing or incorrectly installed rivet could compromise the ability of the steering column to support the occupant loads in the event of a frontal crash, decreasing the effectiveness of the frontal impact safety system. As a result, the condition may increase the potential for injury in a frontal crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect for rivet presence and alignment and repair the steering column pivot as required, free of charge. The safety recall began on july 4, 2011. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Air bags36
Suspension30
Engine26
Seat belts25
Electrical system24
Structure21
Vehicle speed control21
Power train17
Engine and engine cooling16
Unknown or other13

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Jul 2, 2025 · Electrical system
** From Dealer - diagnosis says - Primary Line B: D1 C/S Multiple warning lights came on in dash (like a X-mas tree) and vehicle will not want to drive after that. C/S has to turn off and turn back on to get to move. C/A TIPM – Total integrated power module – verified customer concern found vehicle with loss of comm…

Sep 16, 2024 · Air bags
Active headrest in drivers seat deployed with no apparent cause and air bag light has been on since I bought the car August 29, 2023

Sep 16, 2024 · Electrical system
Horn started honking on its own

Jan 31, 2024 · Seats
seat headrest deployed while car was sitting in the driveway...would have been a problem if driver had been driving pass.side deployed on 1 30 24....driver side deployed 1 30 24

Jan 11, 2024 · Structure · 120,000 miles
The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Caliber. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the vehicle was making abnormal sounds coming from the undercarriage. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and was diagnosed and determined that the undercarriage needed to be replaced. The…

Caliber model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2008	0	360	21	4
2009	1	232	13	2
2010	2	157	12	3
2011	2	165	9	1
2012	1	49	9	3

Across all years, the 2007 Caliber has the most complaints (884). All Dodge Caliber years →

Questions

Does the 2011 Dodge Caliber have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2011 Dodge Caliber, the most recent reported on September 15, 2016 (Air bags, Seat belts: pretensioner, Air bags: frontal, sensor/control module-inactive). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Dodge Caliber?: Owners have filed 165 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is air bags (36 complaints), followed by suspension (30).
How many 2011 Dodge Caliber complaints mention a crash or fire?: 9 of 165 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 9 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received July 2, 2025.