Table 1 shows two common vehicle speed control related problems of the 1997 Ford Contour.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control problems | |
| Accelerator Pedal problems |
Twice now, I have felt the engine surge and rev up, powering forward, when I applied the brakes. Incidents were approx. 2 months apart. If I had not had my foot firmly on the brake and pushed hard, we would have crashed into another car or a cement barrier. I don't know what to do about this problem, but want to get it on record somewhere, and find out if others have had this problem.
While driving 45 mph with foot on the accelerator pedal steering wheel locked up, then the vehicle stalled. Consumer managed to pull over, and had vehicle towed have taken to dealership, but the problem was not resolved.