A throttle that does not return to idle could result in unexpected acceleration, increasing the risk of a crash.

Vehicle Speed Control

Date Announced
FEB 12, 2001
Vehicles Affected
157,000
Dodge Recall #
970
NHTSA Campaign #
01V037000
Summary
Vehicle description: Pickup trucks equipped with diesel engines. The throttle cable could unravel (fray) or break resulting in loss of throttle control.
Actions
Dealers will inspect and replace the throttle cable and upper bell crank lever. Owner notification began August 3, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
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