This data is from the NHTSA — the US gov't agency tasked with vehicle safety. Complaints are spread across multiple & redundant categories, & are not organized by problem.
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The contact owns a 2008 Dodge Avenger. The contact stated that while driving 45 mph, the vehicle stopped accelerating and became stuck in a low gear. The vehicle was taken to two different mechanics for diagnosis but they were unable to identify the problem. The vehicle was then taken to the dealer who was unsure about the failure. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure mileage was 93,782 and the current mileage is 94,780.
Driving my car fine one minute, get in it the next day and there's an lighting bolt on my dash. The car won't go over 20mph. The light blinks than I shut car off and restart it and the light just stays on. Couple weeks later the light goes away. Then weeks later after a month of no light, light comes back on. I take it to dealer and they say the codes for the throttle showed up. They cleaned it out, put a new filter on and sent me on my way. Driving for a good week with no light, here comes light again. Sometimes it resets it self after I restart car but now the light stays on. 20mph. Chrysler needs to recall this car. Too many people with the same car, same problem and they just ignore.
While driving this morning, my car hesitated and stalled. I was able to get my car restarted, but the check engine light came on. After a couple of minutes of driving, the electronic throttle control light came on and the car lost power and would not accelerate. It was very stressful because this all happened during rush hour traffic in Washington DC. I have researched this problem and it seems that it is a common occurrence... please recall now for safety reasons!!!!
The contact owns a 2008 Dodge Avenger. The contact stated that after started the vehicle, the electronic throttle control warning light illuminated. There was loud noise and shaking from the vehicle while idle. In addition, the vehicle would not accelerate over 12 mph. The contact was able to resolve the shaking failure momentarily once the vehicle was shut off and restarted. The failure recurred frequently. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or a repair shop for inspection or repairs. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a claim was filed. The current mileage was 76,000. The failure mileage was 75,995. Updated 9/10/12
- Clarks Summit, PA, USA
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I was driving 25 mph when the electronic throttle control indicator light came on. The light remained lit while I was driving. The speed of my car decreased and I was not able to accelerate when pushing the gas pedal. My car seemed as if it was coasting. I turned my car around to park it. When I pressed the brakes my car seemed like it wanted to shut off. My car began jerking. I did not make it even 1 mile from my home before this took place.
While driving on highway, etc light came on signifying problem with throttle component. After doing research, it appears that this is an ongoing problem with Dodge vehicles including the 2008 Avenger. Many statements online urged to open claim here as this can be an expensive problem that is not covered by warranty or recall.
I have been having problems with my Dodge Avenger for about 40,000 miles now and have had it into multiple shops without the problem being solved. The electronic throttle control light comes on and off at random times either causing my car to shut off while im going down the road, cause power lag with no acceleration about 45 mph or shifting into different gears, or the engine light comes on along with the etc light and the car will idle very high then very low and repeat the process making the car unable to drive. The vehicle has shut off on me while going down interstate and highways and I've almost been hit several times because of it. I see lots of postings with the same issue but there are no recalls on this issue which dealerships do not know how to fix. I've been told to change the battery, the TPMS was messing up, the throttle valve was sticking, improper fuel delivery, and that the car wasn't getting enough air. None of these once fixed were the cause of the car freaking out and now im forced to drive day to day with my son in the car hoping it works well enough that an accident wont happen. I've seen enough complaints about the electronic throttle control that there should have been a recall a long time ago to fix this yet it's been 4 years and still nothing is being done to help make peoples vehicles safe again that they paid for.
Car stalls on highway around 50 mph will not speed up. Needs to be pulled over to regain speed. Large semi truck had to brake to avoid hitting vehicle on highway. Changed many parts and now will not go over 50 and shift out of second. Spent about $300 on parts alone and friends shop help with problems. Still not fixed. May need to park it before my family dies in it.
My wife was driving the vehicle a 2008 Dodge Avenger and was accelerating at about 45 mph a lighting bolt looking indicator light came on fora short period and the engine stalled as she let off gas light went off and car speed leveled off, happened 2nd time that nite. Next day engine stalled once upon acceleration but no light. Took to dealer said gas pedal is remote and sends signal to throttle body. Well in this case throttle body didn't receive signal. The entire throttle body had to be replaced, as the actual failing part is not sold separately. Est cost $415. Not covered by Chrysler or my extended warranty I purchased. I protested the sales manager offered to split the bill. No this is a defective part as I've heard numerous Dodge owners have same complaint. I shouldn't have to pay anything and it should be a recall. As I see it is a defective part. It only has 64,00 miles and 4 years old. Suppose it stalled in a critical point, someone could be hurt or worst. This part has been an problem apparently for years. Seems a redesign is in need and in fact past due.
The contact owns a 2008 Dodge Avenger. The contact was driving approximately 68 mph when the electronic throttle control indicator illuminated and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was able to be restarted and coasted to the side of the road; not exceeding 20 mph. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where the contact was awaiting diagnosis of the failure. The manufacturer was contacted but offered no assistance. The failure and the current mileages were approximately 87,900. The VIN was unavailable.
The contact owns a 2008 Dodge Avenger. The contact stated that the electronic throttle control caused the vehicle to lose power while traveling 55 mph. The contact stated there was a lightning bolt that appeared on the instrument panel when the failure would occur. The vehicle was not inspected by the dealer or repaired. The VIN was not available. The current and the failure mileage was 36,000.
The contact owns a 2008 Dodge Avenger. The contact stated the electronic control sensor failed. While driving 40 mph the speed would drop 10 mph and lost power as the accelerator pedal was being depressed. The warning electronic control light would illuminate when the vehicle began to lose power. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who inspected the failure; however, within two days the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified claim#21777348 was filed. The contact was also advised that a representative would contact him within a couple of days. The failure mileage was 36,080.
The contact owns a 2008 Dodge Avenger. The contact stated was driving 25 mph when the electronic throttle light illuminated and caused the vehicle to stall. The contact had to avoid crashing due to lost power. The contact took the vehicle to a local mechanic where the mechanic could not remedy the failure. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and the dealer advised that the entire throttle body should be replaced but could not guarantee that the repair would remedy the problem. The failure mileage was 100,800.
The contact owns a 2008 Dodge Avenger. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to respond to acceleration attempts while driving 5 mph. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where they advised her that the electronic throttle control box failed and needed to be replaced and reprogrammed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and they were reviewing the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 74,000. The VIN was unavailable.
The contact owns a 2008 Dodge Avenger. While driving approximately 50 mph, the electronic throttle position sensor warning symbol illuminated and suddenly the vehicle decelerated to 10 mph. The contact pulled over to the side of the road and the vehicle was towed to the residence. An authorized dealer was notified of the failure who informed the contact that the failure was related to the electronic throttle position sensor. The similar failure recurred several times. The vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was not made aware of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 69,000.
The contact owns a 2008 Dodge Avenger. The contact stated that the etc warning light illuminated and as a result, she was unable to start the vehicle. In addition, the vehicle would surge forward intermittently. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was neither diagnosed nor repaired. The current and failure mileages were 99,939.
The contact owns a 2008 Dodge Avenger. The contact stated that the electronic throttle control lamp illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic who did not diagnose the failure but advised the contact to replace the battery as a temporary fix. The remedy did not correct the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 1,200 and the current mileage was 1,500.
The contact owns a 2008 Dodge Avenger. The contact stated that the electric throttle control light would illuminate after the vehicle was driven for approximately four hours, but the light would reset back to normal after a few moments. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer, who was unable to diagnose the failure because the light was no longer illuminated. The manufacturer was notified and stated that the failure was not addressed by any recalls. The failure mileage was 42,000 and the current mileage was 69,000.
The contact owns 2008 Dodge Avenger. The contact stated that while driving 60 to 65 mph, the electronic throttle control sensor repeatedly illuminated. The failure causes the vehicle to experience a loss of power and the vehicle would fail to accelerate under 2 rpms. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer, but the manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 65,000 and the current mileage was 73,000. The VIN was unknown.
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- Jacksonville, FL, USA