The contact owns a 2009 Dodge Caliber. While the contact was replacing the rack and pinion himself, he noticed that the front crossmembers were corroded. The vehicle was taken to kayser Chrysler Dodge (866 phillips blvd, sauk city, wi 53583) where it was diagnosed that the front crossmembers were severely rusted and needed replacement. The contact also received a technical service bulletin that extended the front and rear crossmember warranty on the vehicle. The dealer declined repairs based on the warranty expiration date. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 103,000.

- Lodi, WI, USA

The contact owns a 2009 Dodge Caliber. While driving approximately 40 mph, the contact heard an abnormal noise. In addition, the vehicle was pulling to the left. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was driven to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the subframe was rusted and about to detach from the vehicle. The contact called the manufacturer's recall center hotline and was informed that the failure was not included in a recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer and dealer were not notified. The failure mileage was approximately 85,000.

- Grenbay, WI, USA

The contact owns a 2009 Dodge Caliber. While the vehicle was stationary, it was discovered that the vehicle had premature corrosion on the cross member. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 77,800.

- Sheffield Lake, OH, USA

2009 Dodge Caliber SXT- a gust of wind hit my door as I proceeded to exit the vehicle. The door hinges exploded, sending a spring into my face, and hyper-extending the door range. The dealer appraised the damage at $600 dollars for replacement of the hinges and cosmetic repair. It will be filed as a warranty claim but it will "most likely be kicked back".

- Fort Monmouth, NJ, USA