Table 1 shows five common vehicle speed control related problems of the 1996 Ford Thunderbird. The number one most common problem is related to the accelerator pedal (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the speed control cable (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Accelerator Pedal problems | |
| Speed Control Cable problems | |
| Vehicle Speed Control problems | |
| Car Accelerates On Its Own problems | |
| Speed Control Linkage problems |
While driving on the highway vehicle suddenly accelerated. Vehicle revved even while the consumer had both feet on the brake. Consumer pulled over to the side, went through a guard rail, and finally stopped when the vehicle hit a tree. Vehicle was totaled. Read details...
Accelerator cable broke causing loss of power on the interstate. Read details...
Engine idle problem. Read details...