Three problems related to car stall have been reported for the 2009 Dodge Caliber. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2009 Dodge Caliber based on all problems reported for the 2009 Caliber.
The car will stall and not take off after being stopped at a light for too long . Will shut off as well along with throttling as if it wants to shut off.
Tl- the contact owns a 2009 Dodge Caliber. The contact stated the vehicle had experienced stalling. In addition the vehicle made an abnormal nosie. When the failure occurred the electronic throttle body control warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or independent mechanic to be diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The contact was informed that the vehicle had exhibited the failure from NHTSA campaign number 08v528000 (power train). The failure mileage was approximately 121,000. Kh.
The car started having stalling problems less than a year after purchase. Stalling problems are more common during rainy periods but could happen at any time. Most incidents happen while car is on idle, no movement, in the highway or at a red light. The car will vibrate and immediately stall or try to. Car has been taken to dealer under warranty but no reason for the stalling has been found; car is still under warranty. No recall notice is available at the Dodge personalize website. This car was bought at the military exchange new car sales in puerto rico but apparently was relocate from oconus europe and I am no sure how possible recalls will apply to this car. There is a NHTSA campaign id number: 08v528000 but I do not now if it applies to this car.