Table 1 shows five common vehicle speed control related problems of the 1999 Ford Escort. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle speed control (four problems). The second most common problem is related to the cruise control (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control problems | |
| Cruise Control problems | |
| Car Accelerates On Its Own problems | |
| Speed Control Springs problems | |
| Accelerator Pedal problems |
When pressing gas accelerator pedal, car does not move. Car hesitates when starting from a stop. Occasionally (about 1 of 2 times) the car will shut down and check engine lights and other service lights appear. The transmission was replaced once already on 11/29/00. Read details...
When the vehicles cruise control was set the vehicle stalled which caused the engine light, fuel light and brake light to illuminate. The dealer inspected the vehicle but could not duplicate or correct the problem. Read details...
The vehicle will not properly engage into reverse. When it does engage it accelerates suddenly . Dealer has inspeced and repaired the vehicle several times. Read details...