Problems with 2007 Dodge Caliber ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge caliber. the contact stated that while attempting to power off the vehicle, the key would not disengage from the ignition. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 138,129. ....updated 08/29/15 *bf updated 08/26/15.*jb

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge caliber. while driving 25 mph, the accelerator pedal became stuck without warning. the contact also mentioned that the windshield wipers, defroster, and radio became inoperable. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the failure could not be determined. the vehicle was not repaired. the vin was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 10v234000 (vehicle speed control). the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the failure mileage was approximately 130,000. updated 05/17/16*lj the consumer stated the crossbar was repaired. *js

Tl*the contact owns a 2007 dodge caliber. the contact stated that while driving approximately 65 mph, the electrical warning light illuminated and the ability to accelerate failed. the vehicle was restarted and resumed to normal. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and they were unable to duplicate the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 85,000. the vin was not available.

Horn and airbag both failed making the vehicle unsafe. dodge refuses to fix the problem. *tr

While accelerating from driveway the radio stopped working. then the next day while pulling from driveway notification beep went off and lights on display flashed. about 3 weeks ago i had to replace battery. the left drivers side light has been going on and off intermittently. it also starts hard frequently. i have read online that all of these are indicators that the tipm is beginning to have issues, which is a common problem for 2007 dodge calibers and will cost up to $1500 to repair. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge caliber. while in park, the vehicle failed to start. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and then to a dealer who were unable to diagnose or repair the vehicle. in addition, three weeks later while driving at 45 mph, the vehicle stalled. the contact was unable to restart the vehicle. the oil pressure warning light illuminated as the accelerator pedal was depressed but the vehicle failed to accelerate. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the failure recurred on numerous occasions. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 107,000.

My mechanic has told me that the ticm total integrated control module needs replaced that it will cost $900.00 plus tax to do this. i have searched on line and seen that several other people have this same issue with their 2007 dodge caliber. this needs to be a recall matter if so many people are having the same problem. i had to replace the eac electronic accelerator control less than a year ago that may have been due to the issue with the ticm as well. *tr

Integrated power module needs replaced at 65000 miles. dashboard cluster flickers and car only accelerates to 15 mph. cost of repair is $1000. dealership advised they are selling power modules at 30 a month. how is this not a problem to be a recall? *tr

The cel was has been on continually for the last several days. at first the battery warning indicator lighted and then a few minutes later went off and then back on. this was followed very shortly by the abs, brake, airbag indicators all going off and on intermittently. wipers started to work intermittently. all of a sudden the car was in a wrong gear and the engine started revving too high - the speedometer was going from about 50 to zero intermittently. i was going to try to make it home (about 3.5 miles), but was only able to get it into a nearby parking lot safely. it was very hard to handle - i am just fortunate that the parking lot was nearby. the lack of handling could have caused a wreck as i was on a four-lane undivided highway. these problems are due to a faulty tipm - of which has cost me $810 to repair. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge caliber. the contact stated that while driving 65 mph, the vehicle made an abnormal noise and the vehicle stalled. the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that the ignition switch needed to be replaced. the vehicle was repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the vin was not available. the failure mileage was 92,000 ...updated 02/11/15 *bf

When returning home from the store it was near dusk. we turned on the headlights and headed home. along the way cars were flashing their lights at us. i checked to confirm the headlights were switched on, which they were. once we got home, we noticed both headlights were out even though they were switched on. luckily we only had a mile from to travel to get home or this could have been a very dangerous situation that could have ended in a crash. later i removed the headlight bulbs to see if they had burned out. (not likely since they both went out at the same time.) both bulbs appeared fine and i reinstalled them. i turned on the headlights and they both illuminated. a couple hours later, i went to leave again but after turning on the headlights neither of them illuminated. after some research i found that it's the tipm failing in the vehicle. i've also read that chrysler installed the fuse box under the hood where it's exposed to the elements and this is possibly why so many caliber owners are seeing this issue. i looked through the last 50 complaints on nhtsa and 20 of them are for this exact same problem. if 40% of the complaints on a vehicle are for the same issue, shouldn't chrysler do the right thing and offer free replacement? we shouldn't have to wait until people die in a car crash before chrysler does something. this creates a very hazardous situation if the driver of the vehicle doesn't realize the lights are not working and they're driving in rain or fog. others drivers cannot see them as well and it's only a matter of time before somebody gets killed because of this issue. *tr

The passenger's side low beam and the passenger side brake light have gone out. high beam, reverse, & turn signals are fine. i took the vehicle in and was told the totally integrated power module (tipm) must be replaced at a cost of over $1,000. this is a know issue to dodge; a design flaw due to exposing the electronic equipment to the elements by placing it in the engine bay in a housing that not water tight. i've been told the with the caliber it is not a question of if, but when the tipm will go out. this creates a safety hazard because any electrical system could go out while driving. dodge should either fix this, recall the part, or reimburse owners that have already had to pay to fix the issue. *tr

In november the low beam on my driver's side went out. i had the bulb changed, disconnected/reconnected the battery and works fine. earlier this month the passenger's low beam went out. i have changed the bulb, disconnected/reconnected the battery (just like last time) but this time still no low beam. i took it to a local mechanic that said it was the tipm (totally integrated power module) that sells for $467 but no one has them available (i've contacted the local dealerships & on line). now here's the problem - i've gotten a ticket for lights out and for driving with high beams on. so what do i do? chrysler's inferior quality equipment (based on the hundreds of complaints of the same problem) is now costing me money and i can't get it fixed because they don't have the part available. *tr

Was driving home one night and my car stared losing power at lower speeds. after getting off the interstate and turning left from a complete stop my car died. this stop, go, die cycle continued all the way home next morning get ready to go to work and nothing. turned out the flue pump and wire harness had melted and burnt up. luky we didn't burn up too. with i could upload pictures here.

I bought my caliber last october and not even a month after having it i realized my left tail light and my middle break light didnt work so i bought bulbs and replaced them and they still didnt work and then my left headlight quit working so i had it looked at and they said that i need a whole new tipm computer and it would cost 1200 dollars that in which i dont have so i am not happy at all with this vehicle ... this is very dangerous and can cause me to be ticketed for something that could have been prevented or dodge can fix for me the tipm computer needs to be recalled asap.!

My passenger side head light went off and on for about 2 weeks before failing to come on at all. bulb was checked , then replaced. the battery cables were taken off over night to try to reset the computer but nothing worked. i should not have to pay $900 + to fix a headlight on a car 7 years old. why are they not issuing a recall on a problem that so many people are having? *tr

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. *tr

Low beam headlight don't work. dealer ask for tipm replacement (9fuse box). noticed that this problem with too many. it is a design failure. should recall and fix or reimburse to everyone. additional information are at http://www.cargurus.com/cars/discussion-t24900_ds494668. *tr

My total integrated power module (tipm) is out! my left head lights wont work, my horn goes off at random times, my airbag lights keep flashing, my wiper blades sometimes do not work. the car acts like its completely possessed! this is a definite safety issue and a known problem with this model! something needs to be done before someone dies! *tr

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. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge caliber. the contact stated that while driving at 40 mph, the driver's side head light failed. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. the technician diagnosed that the total integrated power module was faulty and needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 102,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge caliber. while driving at very low speeds and depressing the brake pedal, the abs would erroneously activate causing the braking distance to be extended. the contact also indicated that the check engine sensor light illuminated. the dealer was unable to diagnose the cause of the failures. in addition, the contact experienced various electrical failures. the driver side window would open, but would not roll up to close allowing rain to enter into the vehicle. also, the front passenger side headlight would not operate. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired for the electrical failures. the manufacturer was not notified. the failure mileage was 156,000. updated 12/30/14*cn the consumer was involved in accident and the vehicle was totaled. updated 01/27/15

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge caliber. the contact stated that while driving at approximately 30 mph, the engine stalled without warning. the failure occurred three times and failed to start on each occasion. as a result, the vehicle was towed each time to an independent mechanic where the link wire and the alternator were both replaced. on a separate occasion, the vehicle was taken to the dealer, who updated the computerized system but the failure persisted. the vehicle had not been repaired for most recent failure. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 116,000.

Driver side headlamp has gone out due to a total intergrated power module failure. *tr

Had to replace the alternator .the charging light was coming on.now the head lights are not working replaced bulbs still not working not getting power tipm issue. *tr

I have 2007 dodge caliber and was driving the electrical system was make the car shut down all my lights and signal lights was not working. i was on the expressway and my signal lights or nothing was working. *tr

The drivers side headlight is out. the bulb was replaced and it still does not work. i was told that the tipm needed to be replaced. i was told that this is not a safety issue. it is a safety issue for only having one head light. i guess when i receive a citation for only one headlight then the citation will be mailed to dodge for reimbursement. *tr

2007 dodge caliber. consumer writes in regards to crossmember recall and electrical wire damages. *smd the consumer stated after the vehicle was taken to the dealer, 19 days later it was discovered the engine cover was missing. which resulted in rodents accessing the electrical wires and chewing them.

Have had sporadic electrical issues for the last few years, chalked it up to normal wear & tear. after looking at other testimonies online, beginning to realize the issues i've had are similar to those of other caliber owners. just replaced the alternator in june 2014 and now car is shutting off while driving down the road. check engine light has been on for 3 weeks and will randomly not be on for a series of drives only to come back on again. dashboard lights do not come on all the time, i'd say more often than not night driving is done with no dashboard lights. i change headlights & taillights frequently. about to head to autozone now to have it hooked up to diagnostic machine to see if any codes come up for check engine light. chrysler needs to do a recall asap or there will be several peoples lives at risk, including my entire family seeing as how this is our main vehicle. *tr

The radio, passenger side headlight and various other problems which a mechanic has told me are controlled by the tpim are not working ! the headlight shut off while i was driving on the interstate! according to everything i'm reading, this is a common problem for multiple years and models of daimler/ chrysler products. i have tried to replace the headlight twice and it's not broken. this should be recalled immediately ! it's the poor engineering design of the tpim housing! the housing has multiple vent holes in it and it is located in the engine compartment that is often exposed to moisture! please help, i do no have $1000.00 to pay chrysler for their poor engineering of the car! thanks

The car would not start (lights worked, but engine would not turn over). after replacing the throttle cable and box, as well as some broken wiring, the car still would not start. the mechanic then towed the vehicle to a dodge dealership, where the computer was reset. the car ran for another week after it was first "fixed," and then again did not start (same problem as before). additionally, the light to indicate that the air bags were not functioning turned on prior to the vehicle not starting. this is more frustrating because we have had extensive issues with this car (replaced all tie rods, bushings, control arms, have a broken door from the hinge breaking, and had multiple tires wearing unevenly due to the car's suspension problems) already, and have sunk well over $6000 in repairs this year alone. *tr

My tipm went out on my car. it's been out for three months now and dodge has not sent the part for my car yet. they originally sent me the wrong part and then i was told that i would receive the correct part in a week. well, it's been three full months now and still no part. every call to dodge is saying that the part if on back order. no recall on this part at all. i have no vehicle to get around in and i'm lost as to what i should do now. if there's a class action lawsuit, i would love to receive information regarding it. this is an absolute nightmare. *tr

Speedometer went from 70 to 0 than car died losing all power and would not restart. this problem was diagnosed as the starter this is the fifth starter in 1 year. *js

The dashboard lights all come on and ding. car will not go fast than 15-20 mph. *tr

I have had numerous problems with this vehicle with the tipm (total integrated power module.) first the a/c blew, then the alternator blew, then the windows started malfunctioning. now the car slows itself on the interstate and will not maintain speed. the low beam headlight on the drivers side will not function properly either. this car has major electrical issues and apparently is a common problem with this make and model of car. there needs to be a recall on this vehicle. *tr

The car will lose all power when driving, almost at a complete stop. the first 2 times it happened were at night (the second during a complete downpour) and since i lose all power, the hazard lights won't even work so i have to get out of the car to alert other drivers so that they won't hit me!! so dangerous!! the first "fix" was to do a full computer system re-flash ($300). the second "fix" was to replace the transmission control module ($600). the third time this happened was 3 days after the second "fix" as i'd driven not even 100 feet from a parking spot, i turned the volume up on my radio and the car died! the 3rd "fix" will be upwards of $1500!!! dodge knows about this problem. in fact, it is the faulty placement of the tipm that has caused this!! it was placed in a spot where it constantly receives damage from water and dirt on the road, which causes corrosion and then bam! loss of power!!!! dodge has not created any recalls for this which is unacceptable! this problem, if it happens on any highways or in major intersections, could kill someone!!! i've done a ton of research and this is happening to too many people with the same exact model year car!!! i've contacted dodge corporation to request a recall and/or financial assistance in this matter and they won"t do anything! i've owned this car for less than 3 months and i've already had it in the shop 3 times for this problem. when will dodge realize that they have to do something about this? when someone dies????? i'm going to reach out to as many people as i can who have had/are having the same problem so we can get a lawyer involved!!! someone needs to do something about this problem and that someone is dodge!!!!!!! *js

My drivers side driving light was out so i bought a new bulb. that didn't fix the problem so i looked online and saw everyone was having the same problem and it seems to be the tipm which is around 1000.00 to fix. if we are all having the same problem i would think it's something that dodge should be taking care of not the consumer! *tr

My wife and daughter were driving down the highway when the car with no warning shut off almost causing an accident this is not the first time the car has gave us problems with shutting off while driving or not starting at all, the last incident the car would not start and i was out of town so she had it towed to the dealership and the said there was a mouse best under the air filter causing it not to start, i am a certified automotive and diesel technician i service this car frequently and there has never been signs of mouse intrusion this last incident was a little over a week ago when the car stalled at highway speeds so i trailered the car to the shop i am employed with and diagnosed it myself , i found several recalls on the tipm module for the 07 dodge caliber on the online repair website alldata so i called multiple dodge dealers asking if the car was due for a recall and they said there were never any recalls on the vehicle i don't feel like i should have to pay 300$ for a module that chrysler has recalled and is causing thousand of people to be stranded and injured,not to mention having to wait weeks for the module because so many if them are on back order needless to say this have been a very agitating situation. *tr

A couple of weeks ago i was on my way to work and turned on my signal light to make a turn. when i turned my signal light on i noticed that the interior overhead light went on. i found it strange and thought my door may have been opened. a few days later on my way to work the signal lights were no longer working. this is where my serious concerns began. i have a 30 minute commute to work and switch lanes or make turns quite often en route. it gets worse. after a long day at work i ran out to my vehicle to avoid gettin soaked in the rain and when i attempted to turn on my wipers i was infuriated to find out they were no longer working either. needless to say the vehicle is parked in my driveway. fog lights don't work, turn signals, wipers and highbeams are no longer working. *tr

Drove home from work parked my car next morning it wouldn't start. had battery power and cranked when i turned the key but would not kick over to start. towed to mechanic. he said there wasn't anything wrong with it, he cleaned the spark plugs, weather warmed up and car worked again. this happened twice, he stated i needed to take it to dodge dealership to have the computer reprogrammed (that this was a common problem for my car type) two days later, driving to work all the lights went on and the steering froze, not able to turn left or right. i was able to exit and park car without incident now having it towed to dealership. *tr

Driver's side headlight is out. got the tipm replaced for $700+. that's way too expensive for a headlight. *tr

Tl*the contact owns a 2007 dodge caliber. the contact stated that when the vehicle was started, the instrument panel failed to illuminate. the failure recurred numerous times. the vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the led lights needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 110,000. the vin was unavailable. updated 04/03/15*lj updated 9/20/2017*cn

While driving home from the airport on the highway, my car shut down unexpectedly. my electronic throttle light along with my check engine light came on. my power steering and power brakes seemed not to function as i had to muscle the car to the side of the road. thank goodness it was late at night and traffic was at a minimum. the car sputtered so bad it shut down on the road after i pulled over. after about 15 minutes, i started the car and limped it home. couldn't get the car to do more than 10mph. used my flashers the entire way home. *tr

Tpim malfunction, affecting headlights and dashboard lighting. *tr

Driving on interstate 55 back to peoria,il . car interior and dash lights flashing and surging. smelt something burning. car died, lucky got to shoulder of freeway. had it towed from pontiac, il. to firestone in peoria,il. *tr diagnosis, hole in a/c compressor (possible pistons blew through casing), shorted starter, fried battery

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. *tr

I was driving down the interstate during a heavy rain storm and my windshield wipers stopped working. i turned them off and back on but they would not turn back on. based on research conducted, and similar issues found during the research, all signs point to the totally integrated power module. this is completely unsafe and i can't believe this part isn't weather proof when it controls so many vital parts of the vehicle. with all the issues i'm also shocked to know there hasn't been a recall on this product. this same style product is used in multiple dodge vehicles and other chrysler / jeep vehicles. those vehicles also exhibit the same issue.

Head light went out, after checking the bulb and found it good. did some research and found i need to invest $1200.00 to replace the tipm. head lights are a required service on any automobile to drive on public highway. when is dodge going to take responsibility and issue a recall and solution to fix this problem before any loss of life is incurred. by their knowing this problem exists they are open a large law suit when an injury occurs. *tr

Car will randomly start shaking like there is barely any power. i have had to replace the alternator twice. numerous throttle 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. now the air bag light in the cluster constantly turns off and on and beeps while the car is shaking. *tr

The low beam headlights went out and both bulbs are known good. its the tipm total integrated power module that's the culprit and it costs $900.00 to replace. i'm demanding a total recall on all dodge calibers. *tr