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Report: AC Compressor and Condensor Replacment Due to "Slugging" Condition

Dodge Caliber Problem
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Model Year Affected: 2007

Average Mileage: 90,884 mi (30,000 mi - 168,000 mi)

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The AC compressor may be damaged during cold weather conditions due to refrigerant "slugging." Our technicians tell us that the repair involves replacing the AC compressor and the condenser.

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  • Report #1
    Visitor, 2007 Dodge Caliber, 168,000 mi

    The AC compressor blew up while my son was driving the car. I had the compressor repaired, now I need to replace the freon

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  • Report #2
    Visitor, 2007 Dodge Caliber, 30,000 mi
  • Report #3
    Visitor, 2007 Dodge Caliber, 74,652 mi

    Loud rattling. Took it to a repair shop and was told I need to replace the a/c compressor. Said there was a TSB released regarding this issue.

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