Table 1 shows one common vehicle speed control related problems of the 2012 Ford Escape Hybrid.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control problems |
In both incidents and there were two I was driving about 10 mph or less when the vehicle just accelerated and I was unable to stop it using the brakes. In the first incident there was a vehicle in front of me and one coming at me in the other lane to I swerved to the right and was forced to jump a curb flattening the tires and damaging the wheels. After about5 15 seconds the vehicle just slowed ad returned to normal operation. I took the vehicle to the dealer where I bought it lou fusz Ford in chesterfield , mo to have repairs made but they were unable to determine any problems. In the 2nd incident I was on a residential street when again the vehicle just accelerated and I was unable to control it striking a mailbox and basketball upright. Again this continues for about 15 seconds and then it just slowed to normal. I contacted Ford after both incidents and they denied any responsibility. Now I am stuck with this vehicle. I can't in good conscience sell it to another individual and the value in trade to the dealer where I bought it is next to nothing with these accidents on its record. Please advise if you can help me. Thank you.