Table 1 shows four common vehicle speed control related problems of the 2002 Hyundai Accent. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle speed control (eight problems). The second most common problem is related to the accelerator pedal (two problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control problems | |
| Accelerator Pedal problems | |
| Car Accelerates On Its Own problems | |
| Accelerator Stuck problems |
The contact owned a 2002 Hyundai Accent. She stated that while at a service station and driving in reverse less than 5 mph the vehicle accelerated on its own and began to spin in circles. A crash occurred. The vehicle was turned off; however, the engine was still running. Read details...
The motor over-accelerates even when the gas pedal is not pressed. This once caused my vehicle to move forward from a stopped position without my pressing the accelerator. It was a very dangerous situation considering the fact that I was at a stop light. * cb Read details...
While backing out in reverse, the consumer applied the brakes and the vehicle suddenly accelerated. There was no incident to report. The dealer replaced the sensor assembly. When the vehicle accelerated on its own, the consumer applied the brakes which almost caused her to hit her father. Read details...