Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Dodge charger. The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH, the vehicle momentarily stopped responding to acceleration attempts. The contact was unable to accelerate further for a few moments until the failure stopped and the vehicle operated as normal. The failure occurred a total of three times. The vehicle was not taken to have the failure diagnose or repaired. The…
2007 Dodge Charger cruise control problems
moderate 16 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $600 · see cruise control across all vehicles →
Failure mileage
Complaints
16
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$600
When does it fail?
Of the 16 cruise control complaints filed for the 2007 Dodge Charger, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 50,000-75,000 mi.
0-25k
25-50k
50-75k
75-100k
100-125k
125-150k
150k+
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
What stands out
Among the 10 model years of Dodge Charger in our records for cruise control problems, this one ranks #2 by owner-complaint volume.
No new NHTSA cruise control complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 14 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
The failure pattern owners describe
Buyer takeaway: The 2007 Dodge Charger's throttle and acceleration system has multiple failure modes reported across these complaints, ranging from uncontrolled acceleration with brake loss to stalling, sensor failures, and stuck pedals—many occurring at routine driving speeds and some unresolved after dealer repairs. Prospective buyers should have the electronic throttle control, accelerator pedal assembly, and fuel system thoroughly inspected before purchase.
Owners of 2007 Dodge Chargers report a pattern of throttle-control failures across a range of driving conditions and mileages (25,000–98,000 miles). The most serious involve uncontrolled acceleration: the vehicle ignores brake and accelerator inputs and accelerates at full throttle, sometimes requiring a shift to Neutral to regain control. Separate incidents describe the vehicle stalling, stuttering, or refusing to respond to acceleration, often with Electronic Throttle Control warning lights present. One owner reports the engine stalls repeatedly after filling the fuel tank completely, a problem that has persisted for two years.
Other failures include self-revving at idle while the vehicle sits at a traffic light or drive-through (revving to 3500 RPM unprovoked), a seized accelerator pedal, throttle-body-related stalling, and loss of power with traction control warnings. Dealer repairs attempted include accelerator pedal replacement, fuel injection cleaning, throttle body replacement, and throttle control module replacement—but several owners report failures recurred after repairs or dealers could not replicate the problem.
One owner reports the manufacturer refused to address a persistent self-revving issue. Another waited years and now avoids full fuel tank fill-ups as a workaround. No consistent root cause emerges from the narratives, and some vehicles remain unrepaired because the owner could not reach Dodge or because diagnostics proved inconclusive.
Same Dodge Charger cruise control reports on nearby years: 2006
Failure modes owners describe
Uncontrolled acceleration with brake failure
Vehicle suddenly accelerates at full throttle regardless of driver input; brakes become ineffective. Shifts occur automatically. Condition resolves only when vehicle is shifted to Neutral or Park.
When: Between 25,000–51,100 miles; occurs at 40+ mph while driving normally
Symptoms owners cite: Vehicle ignores accelerator pedal input and maintains constant acceleration; Continued acceleration even with foot completely off accelerator; Full-throttle acceleration after 2–3 seconds; Brake pedal presses have no effect; Engine resumes normal operation after shifting to Neutral; Automatic downshifting during uncontrolled acceleration
Repairs/costs cited: Narratives #1 and #2 describe incidents but report no repairs performed in those cases
Electronic throttle control malfunction with loss of power
Electronic Throttle Control warning light illuminates; vehicle loses engine power, decelerates abruptly, or stalls. Issues occur at cruise speeds and low speeds. Dealer diagnostics inconsistent: some identify faulty throttle body, accelerator sensor, or throttle module; others unable to replicate.
When: 25,000–95,000 miles; incidents at 30–65 mph
Symptoms owners cite: Electronic Throttle Control warning light illuminates; Sudden loss of engine power or deceleration; Engine stalling at various speeds; Vehicle shaking or jerking; Abnormal engine behavior after restart; normal operation resumes
Repairs/costs cited: Narrative #3: accelerator pedal replaced, fuel injection cleaned, oil change performed; #5: main computer to throttle replaced but failure recurred; wiring issue identified; accelerator sensor noted as faulty; #6: throttle body and accelerator pedal assembly required; #10: electric throttle module identified as defective but not repaired; #13: throttle body replaced but failure recurred
Throttle/traction control warning lights with engine RPM drop
Throttle control and/or traction control warning lights illuminate during normal driving; engine RPMs decrease. Vehicle may continue to operate or require shutdown and restart to clear warnings.
When: 95,000 miles reported in one incident; occurs during highway driving
Symptoms owners cite: Throttle and traction control warning lights illuminate simultaneously; Engine RPM decreases; Warning lights clear after vehicle restart
Repairs/costs cited: Narrative #8: vehicle not taken to dealer or repaired
Momentary loss of throttle response
Vehicle briefly stops responding to accelerator input during highway driving. Vehicle resumes normal acceleration after a few moments without driver intervention.
When: 51,100 miles; occurs while driving at 60 mph
Symptoms owners cite: Vehicle fails to respond to acceleration attempts for seconds; No acceleration response despite pedal depression; Normal operation resumes without intervention
Repairs/costs cited: Narrative #9: no diagnosis or repair performed
Acceleration/shift failure with check engine light
Vehicle fails to accelerate or shift properly; Check Engine warning light illuminates. Speed sensor replacement recommended by independent mechanic.
When: 90,000 miles; occurs at 35 mph
Symptoms owners cite: Vehicle fails to accelerate; Transmission fails to shift appropriately; Check Engine warning light illuminates
Repairs/costs cited: Narrative #11: independent mechanic advised speed sensor replacement; not repaired
Self-revving at idle/while stopped
Vehicle self-revs to 3500 RPM while stopped at traffic light, stop sign, or drive-through line. Driver has foot on brake; condition occurs suddenly without driver input.
When: Recent cluster of three incidents within one week; at complete stop conditions
Symptoms owners cite: Vehicle self-revs to 3500 RPM without driver input; Occurs while foot is on brake at complete stop; Requires shift to Neutral to prevent collision hazard
Repairs/costs cited: Narrative #4: manufacturer refused to resolve issue
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer refused to address issue per narrative #4
Stalling and stuttering after fuel fill-up
Engine stalls or stutters after vehicle is filled with fuel to capacity. Owner reports problem occurs only when fuel tank is completely full. Condition has persisted for approximately two years; owner avoids full fill-ups.
When: Ongoing for approximately two years; full mileage not stated
Symptoms owners cite: Engine stuttering after fuel fill-up; Engine stalling at complete stops (red lights); Problem occurs only when fuel tank is completely full
Repairs/costs cited: Narrative #15: no repairs attempted; owner avoids full fill-ups as workaround for two years
Seized accelerator pedal
Accelerator pedal becomes seized while vehicle is being driven at 40 mph. No further details available regarding recovery or consequence.
When: Mileage unavailable; occurs at 40 mph
Symptoms owners cite: Accelerator pedal seized
Repairs/costs cited: Narrative #16: not diagnosed or repaired
Limp-mode operation with lightning-bolt warning light
Vehicle enters limp mode (maximum speed severely restricted) and lightning-bolt icon warning light illuminates. Occurs while making a turn at low speed.
When: 98,000 miles; occurs while turning
Symptoms owners cite: Vehicle fails to drive faster than 5 mph; Lightning-bolt icon warning light illuminates
Repairs/costs cited: Narrative #6: independent mechanic advised replacement of throttle body and accelerator pedal assembly; not repaired
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Narrative #6: dealer provided manufacturer contact number; owner unable to reach anyone
Synthesized from 16 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
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Common questions
How serious is the cruise control problem on the 2007 Dodge Charger?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 16 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $600 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the cruise control typically fail?
Across the 15 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most cruise control failures cluster between 32,000 and 98,000 miles, with the median around 80,000. A quarter of owners report trouble before 32,000; a quarter make it past 98,000. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $600 for cruise control repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to cruise control?
No active recalls currently cover cruise control issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2007/Dodge/Charger.
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