Three problems related to throttle control warning light on have been reported for the 2008 Dodge Caliber. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2008 Dodge Caliber based on all problems reported for the 2008 Caliber.
The contact owns a 2008 Dodge Caliber. The stated that the engine stalled with the illumination of the engine and electronic throttle control warning indicators while attempting to accelerate from a complete stop. The engine restarted and the vehicle resumed normally after several minutes however, the failure was recurring. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who reprogrammed the electronic throttle control and engine control module. The failure persisted after the repair was performed. The vehicle had not been further repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 63,000. The VIN was unavailable.
Tl- the contact owns a 2008 Dodge Caliber. While driving at approximately 40 mph the vehicle suddenly decelerated. The electronic throttle control light began to flash on the instrument panel. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostics. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 67,000. Ds.
The contact owns a 2008 Dodge Caliber. The contact stated that the throttle control light illuminated on the instrument panel while driving at various speeds. When this occurred, the vehicle would either decelerate or stall. The contact stated that the vehicle would need to rest for a few moments before it would function as normal again. The vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop and the contact was informed that the throttle needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
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| Throttle Control Warning Light On problems | |
| Cruise Control problems | |
| Fail To Accelerate problems | |
| Accelerator Pedal problems | |
| Speed Control Springs problems |