Passenger car - Dodge Caliber
Injuries Motor vehicles Serious risk
| Alert Number | 1143/10 |
| Brand | Dodge |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Poland |
| Country of Origin | United States |
| Model Number | Caliber PM |
| Published | 30 July 2010 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of injuries because the accelerator pedal may stick during vehicle operation. This could cause the vehicle to react differently than the driver anticipated and lead to a road accident.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary recall from consumers by the manufacturer.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
The vehicle is equipped with an Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system that utilizes “smart pedal” technology. It allows a brake pedal input to override the throttle control system. <a href="http://ec.europa.eu/consumers/images/rapex/2010-w30/2010-w30_21-vin.pdf" target="_blank">See attached list of VIN numbers</a>.