2007 Dodge Caliber Tires Problems

“I had my car in with another complaint, the tire pressure gauge was leaking. While they had it on the hoist, they told me the tires were wearing unevenly due to damage to the tie rods. I only have 36,000. Miles on my car and it is a little over three years old. I am trying to get with their paying for at least part of the $700. Repair and cost of new tires.”

“About 3 weeks ago, my Dodge Caliber started to make an odd noise from the suspension and wheels. I took it in to the dealership and they said that there is nothing wrong with my car. After that, I did a google search and found out that there are a ton of people who are having the same issue that I am.”

“My son was driving about 15 MPH and hit a small hole in the road and the right front tire side wall blew out. This is the second time this year. The first was with me driving the car and all I did was go off the side of the road and come back on and the side of the road wasn't that bad this was with the left front tire. Today there was a van in front and had no problem after driving through the hole. The tires are firestone affinity touring t4 p215/60r17 95t m&s. …”

“I started to notice a noise coming from the back end of the car. We took the car to chrsyler/Dodge dealer & was told that we have to replace the following:rear hubs, the right & left lower control arms & replace the tires. We had just brought new tires in november 2010 for the winter & now they have to be replace again.chrysler is putting my life, my husband & mother's life line on the line. Why is it that when they had the may 2007 recall,this problem was not included and why are they getting away with murder by putting our lives in jeopardy. …”

“2007 Dodge Caliber se (and other models) may have a problem with its suspension or alignment that causes tire cupping which can result in tire failure or loss of control. Tire cupping on my Caliber began prior to 20,000 miles. Other reports I've seen online began much earlier - some with slightly more mileage. My vehicle was properly maintained and tires were always inflated properly and rotated according to the manufacturer's recommendation. My vehicle was still under warranty and taken to a chrysler dealership for inspection on the problem. …”