NHTSA may Recall Dodge Calibers for Accelerator Problems
DETROIT—Chrysler Group LLC said the National Highway Traffice Safety Administration is investigating a potential "sticky accelerator pedal" problem on some of its 2007 Dodge Calibers.
The auto maker said an internal probe finds that consumer complaints are confined to fewer than 10,000 Calibers that were built during a five-week window in March and April 2006.
The problem appears to be a supplier concern and is a mechanical, not electrical, issue, the auto maker said in a statement Monday. There have been no reports of accidents or injuries, and the vehicles are equipped with a "smart brake" system. The system automatically overrides the gas pedal if the accelerator and brake are applied at the same time.
Chrysler said it is cooperating with the NHTSA and urges consumers who bought a Caliber between March and April 2006 to get to their Dodge dealer for a free inspection. The company said it is too soon to tell if a recall will be needed.
Source; [ Wall Street Journal ]
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