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2010 Dodge

Caliber

Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L

Dodge Caliber: best and worst years
2010 Dodge Caliber

Closest available photo (2011 model year); you're viewing the 2010.

2011 photoU.S. National Highway Traffic Safety AdministrationPublic domainWikimedia Commons

Overview

Body
Small Station WagonsEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Transmission
Automatic (variable gear ratios)EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Powertrain
GasEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Fuel
RegularEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Engine & performance

Cyl
4EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Aspiration
Naturally aspiratedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy
27 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
MPG City
23 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
MPG Comb
25 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Fuel $/yr
$2,500EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Smog score
5/10
Elec. Range
0 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Real-world MPG
28.7 mpg, reported by 3 driversabout 3.7 mpg above the EPA combined estimate
SmartWay certified
Yes

Dimensions & capacity

Length
174 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Width
69 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Height
60 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Wheelbase
104 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Curb Weight
2,965 lbNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026

Safety NHTSA, model year

Recalls
2
Owner complaints
157
Reported injuries
15
Theft rate
2.2 per 1,000 produced (CY 2010 federal data)

Reported problems NHTSA owner complaints, model year

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM13%
  • AIR BAGS13%
  • SUSPENSION11%
  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER9%
  • ENGINE8%
  • VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL7%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 246 total.

Dodge Caliber: best and worst years

Federal investigations NHTSA defect investigations, model year

  • PE19014opened Sep 9, 2019SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT

    Active Head Rest Inadvertent Deployment

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

34 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

  • Sep 15, 2023ELECTRICAL SYSTEM9100226

    Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. There is an error with the wiring diagrams in Service Library that is causing the incorrect repair kit part number to populate. Please use the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website until this issue is resolved.

  • Jul 27, 2023EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL9100196

    Lubrication and Maintenance Fluids If MOPAR fluids and chemicals are not readily available, please review Service Library for specifications so a suitable alternative can be used

  • Apr 2, 2022ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLINGS2209000004

    If a Mopar oil filter is not available, use a filter that meets or exceeds USCAR36 specification and is compatible with semi and full synthetic oils.

  • Mar 30, 2022POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:FLUID/LUBRICANT:FILTER/SCREEN9004509

    Oil Filter If a Mopar Oil Filter is not available, use a filter that meets or exceeds USCAR36 specification and is compatible with semi and full synthetic oils. Recommended Brands: Wix, Purolator, and NapaGold

  • Apr 7, 2021POWER TRAIN9004009

    Transmission Kit with Torque Converter 1. All Promaster (VF) 3.6L/62TE equipped vehicles. If the transmission bracket to the transmission case fasteners are removed during servicing, the fasteners (Part Number 06511385A$) are one-time usage. Vehicles built prior to 10/23/2015 requires Service Kit PN 68461214AA; includes Transmission Isolator PN 68264483AA, and Adaptation Bracket 68264479AA and Fastener Service Kit PN 68329056AA Vehicles built after on or after 10/23/2015 will require only the F

  • Dec 17, 2020SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT71063

    Warranty Bulletin D-20-21 (X91) Active Head Restraint - Select 2010 Dodge Journey (JC), Dodge Avenger/Chrysler Sebring (JS), Dodge Nitro (KA), Jeep Liberty (KK), Jeep Compass/Jeep Patriot (MK), Dodge Caliber (PM), Dodge Caravan/Chrysler Town & Country (RT) (Rev. A)

  • Dec 7, 2020SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT70726

    Warranty Bulletin D-20-21 (X91) Active Head Restraint - Select 2010 Dodge Journey (JC), Dodge Avenger/Chrysler Sebring (JS), Dodge Nitro (KA), Jeep Liberty (KK), Jeep Compass/Jeep Patriot (MK), Dodge Caliber (PM), Dodge Caravan (RT)

  • Dec 5, 2020EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY23-033-20

    Active Head Restraint (AHR) Inadvertent Deployment - X91 Warranty Extension This bulletin involves inspecting the sled bracket striker pin and possibly replacing a front seat AHR that has inadvertently deployed. Customers may comment on the following: The AHR is deployed on one or both front seats and will not reset.

  • and 26 more

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
3 yr / 36k mi
Powertrain
5 yr / 60k mi
Roadside assistance
5 yr / 60k mi
EV battery
8 yr / 100k mi

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.