| Issue ID | 1128673 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10652857 |
| Manufacurer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
| Brand | DODGE |
| Model | GRAND CARAVAN |
| Model Year | 2012 |
| File date | 04/11/14 |
| Component | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Was at stoplight when 2012 grand caravan (crew) accelerated into the middle of the intersection. I had to stand on the brake to stop and was almost struck by cross traffic. The van would then move forward sluggishly (as if no power) and at different times accelerate to high speeds (80+ mph). I called the dealer and parked it. Took it to dealer next day. Since my van had 38k miles on it they wanted to charge me over $300 to repair the electronic throttle control. The code (p2138) showed that the accelerator pedal position sensor was bad. Since my van had just went out of warranty, i fussed at them and they gave me a "goodwill" discount for me to pay $100. 00. This defect is life threatening! |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 38425 |
| Number of Occurences | 1 |
| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | DENISON, TX |
| VIN pattern | 2C4RDGDG2CRXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | N |
| Was part original equipment? | |
| No. of injured persons | 0 |
| No. of fatalities | 0 |
| Date of purchase | 06/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Drive train type | FWD |
| Transmission type | |
| Vehicle speed | 0 |
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