Table 1 shows four common vehicle speed control related problems of the 1997 Ford Aerostar. The number one most common problem is related to the speed control linkage (three problems). The second most common problem is related to the speed control cable (two problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Speed Control Linkage problems | |
| Speed Control Cable problems | |
| Car Accelerates On Its Own problems | |
| Vehicle Speed Control problems |
When accelerating consumer had to depress the gas pedal several times to get the vehicle to move. When the vehicle moved the throttle got stuck, and revved very high. Dealer informed the consumer that the throttle linkage had a sticking problem. Read details...
Vehicle was brought up to 65 mph on interstate highway and placed under cruise control. Vehicle accelerated out of control to speeds in excess of 90mph, and would not respond to attempts to disengage throttle or crusise control. Read details...
Vehicle experienced sudden acceleration when put into reverse causing it to hit a buliding. Read details...