Table 1 shows one common vehicle speed control related problems of the 2002 Jeep Laredo.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Car Accelerates On Its Own problems |
: the contact stated while placing the vehicle in reverse with brake pressure applied, the vehicle lurched backwards. The contact shut off the ignition which stopped the vehicle. The vehicle struck a tree with extensive damage to the rear of the vehicle. No injuries were sustained. The police were contacted, but a report was not taken. The vehicle was towed to a dealer for inspection, but was unable to determine the cause of the sudden acceleration.