Headlights problems of the 2007 Dodge Caliber - part 1

When the headlights are turned on, the instrument panel lights and the radio lights do not come on. At first the lights would blink on and off, now they do not come on at all. This can be dangerous when traveling at night. I did a google search and discovered that this is a common problem with some Dodge vehilcles. I did a NHTSA search and did not find a recall for this problem. This problem occurs whether in motion or stationary, on a street or highway.

Only one headlight will illuminate, even after replacement. This is a commonly reported issue with defective totally integrated power module (tipm) units on this model. The exact same tipm units have been recalled on other models using the part, but not for the Caliber. This is a safety issue since more than one headlight can fail at any time. The consumer should not have to pay for a defect like this.

There is a known issue with the tipm in these vehicles and they have been recalled in other models with the same tipm when this module fails the headlights stop working and there is no repair other then paying Dodge to fix it and they want 1000$ they have recalled other models of Chrysler jeeps and Dodges which have this same module but not the Caliber. I believe this should be addressed. My lights failed when I was driving at night. So this is a major issue.

Tl the contact owns a 2007 Dodge Caliber. The contact stated that the passenger side high beam lamp was inoperable. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the fuse box and electrical harness failed and needed replacement. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 120,000. The VIN was unavailable.

Driver side seatbelt releases itself while I'm driving, front driver headlight does not turn on even though bulb has been changed several times to rule out damaged bulb, rear tag light won't turn on when vehicle is in motion, rearview mirror light will not turn on.

The low beam headlights are failing reportedly due to failures within the tipm according to the dealership. They are charging 1600 usd for this repair in order to have a safe operating condition on the vehicle at night!.

For the second time this year, I have lost all headlights, air conditioning, engine dying randomly while driving, safety lights flashing and beeping on dashboard. The tipm module is going out again. This part is nearly $1,000 and only a Dodge dealership is able to fix this issue. There are issues worldwide with this same part in multiple Dodge cars since 2007 and nothing has been done to fix this issue.

My headlights was not working so I bought a replacement bulb. The low beam was out the high beam works. The bulb replacement did not work. I took to a mechanic and he looked at it and said it was my fuse box. The entire thing needed replaced. Being in the business he said it is a known problem with this make and model. The cost to replace the entire thing is costly since the is basically the computer of the car. . . There is no way to fix without replacing the entire fuse box. This fuse box controls a lot of things that could be safety issues and lighting to me is very important. I have owned many cars and have never had to replace a fuse box. I checked for recalls and there was none. I began looking online and the amount of people who have this make and model and the same problem is astounding but I guess until someone gets hurt Chrysler won't do anything about it.

The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Caliber. Upon starting the vehicle, the air bag indicator remained illuminated. The contact also stated that the front passenger side headlight failed to illuminate. The vehicle was taken to barbera autoland (7810 e roosevelt blvd, philadelphia, PA 19152 (215) 333-3700) for diagnostic testing of the headlight. The vehicle was not taken to an independent mechanic or dealer for the air bag warning indicator failure. The manufacturer was notified by voicemail and the contact was awaiting a callback. The failure mileage was unknown.

I've owned the car since new, recently we had a problem with a dead battery. After replacing the battery, the car would not go more than 20 miles per hour and we had engine fault codes. Once we cleared out the codes, the car ran fine. However, we now had a front headlight that was out. Replacing the bulb didn't work. The only way to get the front headlights both on was to turn on the high beams. After doing some research from a Dodge dealership and on the internet, I have found the issue is widespread and due to poor design of the fuse box on these vehicles, also known as the tipm. I believe the drain on the battery was caused by the poor design of the tipm and with that one incident, started the failure process. This vehicle has 150,000 miles on it and has been well maintained. I have replaced the tipm with a used one from a auto supply yard, I still get intermittent starting of the vehicle and while both headlights are working, the high beams are now not working.

The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Caliber. The contact stated that while driving at 20 mph, the contact noticed that the high and low beam headlights on the passenger's side of the vehicle failed to illuminate. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that the bulb needed to be replaced. The bulb was replaced. However, the failure recurred. The vehicle was then taken to a dealer, who diagnosed that the totally integrated power module (tipm) needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 62,000.

Rt headlight not working. I replaced bulb but later found out that my fuse box needed to be replaced . Apparently this is a common issue. Light all of a sudden stopped working. It limits my visibility at night at posses a threat to drivers who don't see me while driving at night.

Driver side headlight does not work. Replace light twice, neither one works. High beam works, but not low beam. Have been told need to replace tipm (main fuse block). Appears to be typical problem with this car.

Headlight bulb replacement should be easy for the consumer and company should be liable for the low beam problem that causing lot of owners to repairs cost of 100 of 900 dollars. This is a economy safety issue that increase pressure of the owners who do not affords such a costly repairs and drive in pressure -- also a issue for the safety of others. One small problem can cause many other problems. Do not let company get out of easy excuse that under not a safety problem.

Driving home from work, right headlight stopped working. Bought replacement bulbs, they do not work. Reading up, seems to be the tipm module. I cannot afford to replace this (over $1200). Dashboard information lights (such as brake and tpm) come on and go off indiscriminately.

Was pulled over for drivers side headlight out. Was given a "warning". Drove to nearest parts store, replaced drivers side headlight bulb. Still did not work. Upon further research and diagnostics dound no power coming from totally integrated power module (tipm) which can be replaced at the tune of $800. I find a headlight to be important safety device for driving on our highways here in ak as headlights on at all times is the law on most roads. After research there have been several similar complaints. Even replacing the tipm for $800 does not insure the problem stays away. The tipm failed a second time this April 2015 with drivers side lowbeam and passenger side highbeam. Complaint to Chrysler has shown no results.

Noticed the driver's side headlight was out again while I was driving through a parking lot. I pulled into a parking spot and turned the lights off and back on again and then both headlights were working. Took it to the shop today since we've had the tipm and tipm connector replaced within the last 6 months. They could not duplicate the headlight not working, but said they'd replace the tipm since it's still under warranty. We're really starting to hate this car.

Driver's side headlight went out again. And then one day the car wouldn't start. Jumped the car and it started. We just had the tipm replaced a few months ago. This time they found a burnt tipm connector pin. They replaced the connector and could not duplicate the no-start condition.

Driver's side headlight is out. Got the tipm replaced for $700+. That's way too expensive for a headlight.

Driver's side headlight went out. Took it to shop to get it replaced. It was not the lightbulb. They got it fixed, but said the tipm may be faulty and it will need replaced if headlight goes out again. A day later, the headlight went out again.

The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Caliber. The contact stated that the passenger's side low beam failed and days later, the driver's side low beam also failed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the technician was unable to find a problem. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 99,621 and the current mileage was 105,851.

The low beam headlights went out and both bulbs are known good. Its the tipm total integrated power module thats the culprit and it costs $900. 00 to replace. I'm demanding a total recall on all Dodge Calibers.

The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Caliber. The contact stated that after purchasing the vehicle, the headlights malfunctioned and only the high beams would function. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer, who stated that the integrated power module was defective and needed to be replaced. The contact did not have the integrated power module replaced. The failure mileage was 139,000.

Passenger side headlight on low beam will not come on high beam works,replaced bulb to see if this was the problem and it was not. Seems a lot of other Caliber owners are experiencing this same problem! why wont they recall the faulty integrated control module for this vehicle! this is a safety issue!!.

I was driving and my passenger low-beam headlight went out, so I went and bought a new headlight, upon installing it, it still didn't work, but the high beam did. Took it to Dodge to see if they could figure it out and was told it's a known issue with Calibers and certain jeeps, the tipm went bad on it and it would be almost $1000 to repair it, for a known issue that Dodge knows about but hasn't been recalled! 2 weeks later, my highbeam even went out on the passenger side, so now the car is sitting parked, unable to drive with improper lighting & tipm problems!.

I noticed that my left (driver side) headlight was out. So I replaced the bulb, which would be the obvious reason for the light not working. However, this did not fix the issue. After further inspection and discussion with a mechanic, it turns out it's the timp that is bad and causing the driver side headlight not to work. In addition, after doing more research online it appears that this issue is more than common with the 2007 Dodge Caliber. I can't see how a recall has not already been filed for this issue given it is a huge safety hazard if one's headlights don't work at night. In addition, it causes someone to be pulled over.

One day as I came back to my car and unlocked my door with my car key button, I noticed the passenger headlight was out. The next day I went to buy a new headlight bulb to replace it, except it didn't work when I tried the new one. I went to a local mechanic to ask what was wrong. He told me it is something to do with the wires and would cost a lot of money to fix it, let alone the part itself. I researched other people complain about the same problem. I have been rejected a registration sticker because it is not safe for it to be out. I also have been pulled over by the cops and was told to get it fixed. I would, but it costs too much to fix. I believe this should be a valid reason for it to be recalled as soon as possible, due to safety of the driver and passengers. I would also like to add the check engine light is also on.

Passenger headlight not turning on. After replacing bulb it powered on one or two more times then would not turn on again. After much research I have found that the tipm is the result, and that it is very expensive to fix. Since headlight have to pass safety inspections and the tipm appears to be faulty, this should be considered a recall!.

On my way home from work I stopped at a light and my car jerked and acted as though it was about to shut off and my check engine light came on and then the car would not accelerate very well. I went back to my work and had the mechanic check it (I work at a school transportation) and the light said it was the crankshaft position sensor so I got it replaced and it did nothing so we went ahead and replaced thr camshaft as well and it worked for a week or so then started off and on. My headlight also stopped working and I replaced it 3 times before wondering what the heck! I just recently was cited a ticket due to the light and since I was not able to fix it I had my license suspended and was driving without knowing and ended up getting pulled over again but instead of explaining that my car sucks I was arrested and put in jail for a couple hours so now I have two court dates coming up one for my fix it ticket not getting fixed and another for driving on suspended because of not getting the part fixed so it is starting to become a major issue for my whole life in general. My car dies at almost every stop light and if I go over 2rpm it will not acclerate. I had to replace major parts such as; motor mounts, struts, pistons, calipers, brakes, batteries, etc in just the short time ive owned the vehicle which was very hard for me since I dont make much money. The car is wired very odd and my father is my go to mechanic but he couldnt figure out some of the parts. I dont have the finances for the tpim and figured it would be recalled by now since its a major problem with most Calibers so I stuck it out but now I dont know whats going to happen. As of today, August 24, 2015, my car is not running since it lost all power last night, first the radio stopped, then the ac stopped blowing, then the lights that work started to dim, and then it just died. Please help!!!.

The vehicle had numerous throttle issues and air conditioning issues that numerous auto service shops were not able to fully take care of. When the vehicle was at a stop and the accelerator was pressed, lightly and normally the car would accelerate inappropriately and kind of jerk forward. In addition, when turning and the accelerator is pressed normally the car would seem to lose power and seem to glide into the turn and then jerk forward. These throttle issues were never fully explained or fixed. After a while the car dash started flashing a red electrical bolt and the car would shutter and shake and lose all power. Initially, when this occurred I was able to just turn the car off and wait and then turn it back on and it would function for a while. Also, if the car was idling at a stoplight or parked the electrical bolt would flash and the car would start to shake. After some time the vehicle's left low beam headlight went out. When replaced it still did not work. The vehicle's alternator and battery were checked and found to be functional. Within a week after this occurrence the vehicle could not be started without a "jump" and even so would lose power once parked and could not be started again. I returned the car to the auto mechanic, specifically an auto electrician, and was told it was the totally integrated power module that needs to be replaced at a cost of $700 plus labor. In response to this I researched the part and came across numerous people with the same problem and the same eventual diagnosis. The car has been essentially undrivable and unsafe. There was the constant worry that the electrical problem would happen while on the expressway and cause very unsafe conditions for myself and others on the road. It is my opinion a recall needs to be issued for this problem.

The tipm is bad, and apparently it's a problem with these vehicles. Recall them to be fixed properly! thankfully, mine is only a headlight, but I've read where all of a sudden everything goes and the car will only go 40mph.

The driver's side headlight stopped working after flickering on and off for a few weeks. I checked the wiring, changed the bulb, checked for loose connections and all fine. Did some research and found that the totally integrated power module (tipm) is the cause. It appears from what I have seen that numerous people who have Calibers and pt cruisers have experienced the problem. The two ways I have seen to fix this is to buy a new tipm for $500-$800 dollars, not installed, or rewire it to the passenger light which may cause a fire. This is totally unacceptable! to rely on a $500-$800 part to make sure a headlight works? Dodge needs to be forced to recall the part or provide owners available options at cheaper rates! this is very poor and I hope that NHTSA will assists the 1,000's of owners who are experincing this problem. Thank you!.

The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Caliber. The contact stated that the low beam headlights on the driver's side of the vehicle failed. The contact was able to use the high beams only. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic, where the headlights were replaced however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The failure was not reported to the manufacturer. The failure mileage was 69,500. The current mileage was 70,000.

Driverside headlight went out have replaced bulb, mechanic look at it and noone knows the issue. It will only work on high beam.

The left headlight low-beam does not work. Have been stopped 3 times by police for warnings. Have replaced light bulb with new bulb and it still only works on high-beam. Took to auto service center, they also tried to install a new buld, but it to did not work. Tried tip of removing both battery cables and holding them together for 10 minutes to reset computer code. That also did not work. From searching the internet on this problem, I find that there are many of these vehicals with similar problems. I think these should be recalled by Chrysler because it causes a safety issue when driving at night or during the day when it is raining.