Sell your 2012 Dodge Caliber for cash

The 2012 Dodge Caliber is a wagon that came with a choice of 2.0L 4-cyl and 2.4L 4-cyl engines. At 14 years old, many are reaching the point where repairs cost more than the car is worth. Running or not, we'll make you an offer and tow it away for free.

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2012 Dodge Caliber at a glance

Body styleSmall Station Wagons
Engines2.0L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl
TransmissionsAutomatic (variable gear ratios), Manual 5-spd
DriveFront-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline
Fuel economy22–24 city / 27–31 highway / 24–27 combined MPG
EPA annual fuel cost$2,500–$2,800 a year (EPA estimate at current fuel prices, 15,000 miles)
Tailpipe CO₂329–370 grams per mile
Curb weight (NHTSA test vehicle)3,095 lb
Gross vehicle weight rating4,435 lb
Versions tested by EPA3 configurations
Age14 years

Specs, fuel cost and emissions from the EPA's fueleconomy.gov data; weights from NHTSA crash-test records. Your car's exact equipment may differ.

What affects its junk value

  • Age: at 14 years old, most of a 2012 Caliber's value comes from reusable parts and scrap metal, not resale.
  • Weight: NHTSA's crash-test 2012 Caliber weighed 3,095 lb at curb weight. Scrap value is largely priced by weight, so this is a good starting point. See how scrap prices by weight work.
  • Catalytic converter: like all gas and diesel cars, it has a catalytic converter containing precious metals, one of the most valuable parts on a junk car. An offer assumes it's still in place. More on catalytic converters.
  • Recalls: NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2012 Caliber. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking it.
  • Known problems: owners reported the most issues with the air bags, typically around 72,000 miles. If that's what failed on yours, it can still be sold as-is.

How junk car offers are calculated

2012 Dodge Caliber recalls

NHTSA lists 1 safety recall covering the 2012 Dodge Caliber. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking the car, but check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which apply to yours.

Air BagsSep 2016 · NHTSA campaign 16V668000

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Chrysler 200, 2010 Chrysler Sebring, 2010-2012 Dodge Caliber and 2010-2014 Jeep Patriot, Compass and Dodge Avenger vehicles. The Occupant Restraint Control (OCR) module may short circuit, preventing the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags from…

Risk: If the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags are disabled, there is an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants in the event of a vehicle crash that necessitates deployment of these safety systems.

Common 2012 Caliber problems

Owners have filed 49 complaints about the 2012 Dodge Caliber with NHTSA. 9 reports involved a crash and 3 reports involved a fire. Owners reported 6 injuries.

Complaints are reports from owners and aren't verified by NHTSA. One complaint can list several components. Mileage is the median odometer reading owners reported for that component.

Most-reported components

  • Air Bags17
  • Seat Belts13
  • Vehicle Speed Control7
  • Electrical System5
  • Engine5
  • Power Train5

Typical mileage when problems were reported

  • Air Bags72,000 mi
  • Seat Belts72,000 mi
  • Vehicle Speed Control68,000 mi
  • Electrical System92,000 mi
  • Engine90,000 mi
  • Power Train8,000 mi

2012 Dodge Caliber crash test ratings

NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2012 Dodge Caliber.

VersionOverallFrontal crashSide crashRolloverRollover risk
4 Dr, FWD★★★☆☆★★★★☆★★★☆☆★★★★☆15.5%

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP). Ratings from different model years or rating systems aren't directly comparable.

2012 Dodge Caliber service bulletins

Manufacturers have filed 100 technical service bulletins and communications with NHTSA covering the 2012 Dodge Caliber. These are repair instructions for known issues, not recalls.

1 of them is a warranty extension. Warranty extensions mean the manufacturer agreed to cover a specific repair beyond the normal warranty. They rarely still apply to a car this age, but they point to known weak spots.

Most common bulletin topics

  • Equipment13
  • Electrical System12
  • Equipment7
  • Power Train7
  • Structure7
  • Engine and Engine Cooling5

Recent bulletins

  • Warranty Program/ExtensionJun 2026 · U67 Combo Rev11

    Emissions Recall U67 - Catalytic Converter Efficiency - Dealer Notification (Revision 11)

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSep 2023 · 9100229

    LIFTER, Hydraulic Roller Deactivating Please do not replace MDS lifters because the disconnecting pin is not lined up, this is normal and not a defect.

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSep 2023 · 9100229

    LIFTER, Hydraulic Roller Deactivating Please do not replace MDS lifters because the disconnecting pin is not lined up, this is normal and not a defect.

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSep 2023 · 9100226

    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

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

NHTSA defect investigations

NHTSA opened 1 defect investigation covering the 2012 Dodge Caliber.

SeatsPE19014 · opened Sep 2019, closed Feb 2026

Active Head Rest Inadvertent Deployment

The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened PE19014 on September 9, 2019, to investigate 128 consumer complaints alleging that the Active Head Rest (AHR) inadvertently deployed without the occurrence of a crash or other rear impact event in model year (MY) 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles.When O

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Selling a 2012 Caliber: questions

How much is a 2012 Dodge Caliber worth for junk?

It depends on its condition, whether major parts like the engine, transmission and catalytic converter are still there, and current scrap and parts prices where you live. Its parts make up much of its value. Enter your ZIP code above for a free offer on your specific car.

Can I junk a 2012 Caliber that doesn't run?

Yes. We buy 2012 Calibers that don't start, were in an accident, failed inspection or have a blown engine or transmission. Towing is always free.

Can I sell a 2012 Caliber with open recalls?

Yes. Open recalls don't prevent a junk sale. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2012 Dodge Caliber; you can check whether any are still open on yours with the VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What paperwork do I need to sell my 2012 Caliber?

Usually the title and a photo ID. Rules differ by state, including what to do with your plates and whether to file a notice of sale. Check our state-by-state car title guides for the official forms.

Before you sell

Sources

Data retrieved October 2026.

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