general problems of the 2012 Dodge Caliber

Four problems related to suspension have been reported for the 2012 Dodge Caliber. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2012 Dodge Caliber based on all problems reported for the 2012 Caliber.

1 Suspension problem

Failure Date: 07/13/2023

Due to the subframe rusting on the undercarriage of the car, the lower ball joint completely detached from the car, cause the driver side tire to fall off during operation.

2 Suspension problem

Failure Date: 02/15/2023

Frame rotted out.

3 Suspension problem

Failure Date: 06/29/2020

Local repair shop doing oil change noticed front cross member was rusted out.

4 Suspension problem

Failure Date: 11/06/2018

Per the x69 warranty notice I had the crossmember replaced. The dealership states that Dodge does not cover the alignment that is needed due to the crossmember repair. The repair of the defect caused the need for the alignment. This seems to be a scam.


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