NHTSA Complaint #11457010 — 2009 DODGE CALIBER STRUCTURE

Complaint Details

ODI Number	11457010
Vehicle	2009 DODGE CALIBER
Component	STRUCTURE
Date of Incident	March 16, 2022
Date Filed	March 16, 2022
Mileage	155,946 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	OH

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2009 Dodge Caliber. The vehicle had previously had the front subframe replaced under an unknown TSB. The contact stated that upon inspection, her son informed her that the rear subframe was corroded. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact to file a complaint with NHTSA. The failure mileage was 155,946.

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