Speed Control Cable problems of the 2003 Dodge Neon

Two problems related to speed control cable have been reported for the 2003 Dodge Neon. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2003 Dodge Neon based on all problems reported for the 2003 Neon.

1 Speed Control Cable problem

Failure Date: 02/05/2005

While driving my 2003 Dodge Neon sxt the throttle cable snapped and I lost the ability to accelerate or control the car speed. This happened in the fast lane of a 6 lane roadway. I was able to coast the vehicle off the roadway and had it towed to the dealer. While with this incident I was fortunate to avoid a collision if the potential for a serious accident was obvious. Several approaching cars narrowly avoided colliding with my vehicle because of the sudden loss of the ability to maintain speed.

2 Speed Control Cable problem

Failure Date: 11/04/2004

While driving 30 mph, the consumer applied the accelerator pedal and the vehicle accelerated uncontrollably. The consumer applied the brake pedal and the vehicle continued to accelerate uncontrollably. The mechanic informed the driver that the accelerator cable needed to be replaced. Please provide further details.


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