NHTSA recall 04V020000
Vehicle speed control › Cables
Dodge Durango
Reported Jan 14, 200421,053 vehicles affectedDAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATIONMaker’s number D02Built Apr 3, 2003 – Jan 8, 2004
The defect
On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with 3.7L and 4.7L engines, the throttle control cable may ingest water and freeze during extended cold temperature.
The risk
This could cause the throttle to stick in the open position and result in a crash.
The remedy
Dealers will replace the throttle control cable. owner notification began on january 19, 2004. owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.