The Recall Desk
Our severity:HighNHTSA·10V197000·Announced 2010-05-11

Dodge Caliber Recall for Incorrect Front Door Lock Rod

Chrysler is recalling 2010 Dodge Calibers because an incorrect door lock rod may prevent the right front door from latching, increasing ejection risk.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 3/5 (High).

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall addresses a structural vehicle defect involving door latches that poses a risk of ejection, fitting the 'High' severity criteria for risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported.

Plain-English summary

Chrysler Group LLC is recalling certain model year 2010 Dodge Caliber vehicles. Some of these vehicles may have been built with an incorrect door lock rod in the right front door.

An unlatched door could increase the risk of an unbelted front seat passenger being ejected from the vehicle. This defect is classified under latches, locks, and linkages for doors.

Dealers will inspect and replace the front right door lock rod as required free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during June 2010. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
DODGE CALIBER
Brand
DODGE
Manufacturer
CHRYSLER GROUP LLC
Category
Vehicle — Door Latch
Hazard
Affected units
123

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • CALIBER

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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