Two problems related to engine cooling system have been reported for the 2007 Dodge Caliber. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2007 Dodge Caliber based on all problems reported for the 2007 Caliber.
I was approching an intersection to make u-turn, when my car went into a stall. The engine sounded to me, as if it was still reving. But my foot wasn't on the pedal. I came to a hault in the middle of the road. Put my car in park, tried to restart the vehicle twice. Then my car caught fire. In shock I could feel the car getting hot. So I unbuckled my seat belt, and tried to open the door. It wouldn't open. I panicked for my life and proceeded to try and get out the car from the trunk. It wouldn't open either. But a wittness who saw my horrible fate helped me and open the dorr from the outside. I was saved, and relieved. He then ran to his car and got a gallon of water and tried to put out the fire. But the flames were to strong for a gush of water. An other wittness tried to help put out the flames with some more water. Still the flames would not die down. So I decided to call "911" and tell them my reason of calling. Then the fire and police departments came. They put out the fire. I was relieved but afraid for my. New job that I had to report an absence too, and lost wages for my family care and well being. And my own life threatning ordeal, may have to evaluated for post traumatic stress. I then called my family member to pick me up, and to arrange a tow service. The car was towed to my residence. And is now undergoing an investigative damages and insurance claims.
Odor released through vents when air conditioning or defogger is in operations. I have noticed this strong stench; it is quite nauseating. My son has complained about it. It is difficult to continue with the operation of either device with this odor. As far as I can surmised, it smells like antifreeze.