Table 1 shows seven common vehicle speed control related problems of the 1996 Ford Taurus. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle speed control (twelve problems). The second most common problem is related to the speed control cable (four problems).
While stopped in a line of traffic, my 96 Ford Taurus began to accelerate to appr. 40-50 m. P. H I left rubber, thankfully I did have my foot on the brake which helped to some degree. About three weeks earlier something similar had happened but at far less a speed appr. 5 mph. Read details...
Gas pedal was sticking or binding:throttle cable was found to have a notch or defect on the plastic portion; cable, throttle body and gas pedal were replaced; paid 20% copayment. Concerned that there may be other cars with defective throttle cables. Read details...
While driving out of a tow booth vehicle suddenly accelerated and lurched at high speed. Consumer was able to gain control, and pulled the vehicle over. Dealer was notified, but was unable to find the cause of the problem. Read details...