Q: Throttle Warning light

asked by on November 19, 2016

I just had a hose replaced due to an antifreeze leak and I also had an O2 sensor replaced. Immediately after that my throttle warning light came on and now my car feels like it will shut off and some of my dashboard lights won't work now. Is this safe to drive? The mechanic said there is a recall on throttle body parts in dodge journeys..is this true?

My car has 118562 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.

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