Car Accelerates On Its Own problems of the 2002 Lexus ES300

Tl-the contact owns a 2002 Lexus Es300. The contact stated that while driving approximately 5 mph and depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle suddenly accelerated. The vehicle continued to accelerate until crashing into the vehicle in front of the contact. As a result, the contact experienced pain on the right shoulder, chest and upper arm. The driver of the vehicle that was crashed into was transported by ambulance to the hospital because she experienced back pain. The police reported to the scene and a report was filed. The vehicle sustained damage to the front end and was towed to an auto body shop. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a complaint was filed. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 74,000. Sm.

The contact owns a 2002 Lexus Es300. When he drove out of the parking approximately 10 mph, the vehicle suddenly accelerated. He began to panic and crashed into a parked vehicle and a fence. The vehicle stopped when he crashed into a tree and the left front tire came off. He received injuries to the left side of his body. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. The police report is available upon request. The manufacturer stated that an engineer will examine the vehicle. The failure and current mileages were 58,000.

2002 Lexus es200. Attorney writes on behalf of client in regards to unintended acceleration the attorney stated his client was injured when the vehicle accelerated on its own and crashed into wall and metal fence, even though the brakes were being applied.

Sudden acceleration leading to impact with home. Police report dated 10-22-07 indicates sudden uncontrolled acceleration. Scared to drive vehicle again.

Sudden unintended acceleration of 2002 Lexus ES 300 . My wife was operating her vehicle when it suddenly accelerated to 95 mph the brakes did not stop the vehicle and my wife applied the emergency brakes. Fortunately traffic was light on the wb 101 w/of 405 fwy in los angeles CA she pulled on the shoulder passing numerous vehicles she placed the car in neutral and with full brake applications the car slowed after a few miles. I contacted Lexus dealer who advised me this vehicle wasn't included in the recall and that I would have to pay for the diagnostic and I am appalled at this it occurred once and I feel its electronic the mat was not a factor.

Sudden acceleration from a stop in a line of traffic resulted in collision with vehicle in front. Vehicle was 2002 Lexus ES 300. Several prior sudden acceleration events had previously occurred. Contact with Lexus dealer resulted in no assistance.

My 2002 Lexus 3000 suddenly accelerated as I was pulling forward into a parking space and crashed into a building. When it happened, my foot was resting lightly on the brake, preparing to brake to a stop, and letting the car idle into the spot. I had a similar thing happen about 4 months ago. The consumer sustained some bruises as a result of the crash. Updated 12/19/05. The vehicle was inspected by one of toyotas field technicians. The technician determined that the electronic throttle, brake system and other engine operating parameters were functioning properly.

In August I went to park my car (2002 Es300) in my driveway when all of a sudden it picked up speed, crashing through my brand new fence and side porch. It must be noted that I had my foot on the brake, the car was stopped and all of a sudden it took off on me. My foot never moved off the brake the whole time; the car came to a stop when it hit the porch. The day before I was driving with my mom and as I started to slow the car down b/c I was coming to a stop sign the car all of a sudden picked up speed, but thankfully at that time I had time to press the brakes down harder and stop the car. When I park my car in the driveway it is only a couple of inches from the gate and from the gate it is about 2-3 feet to the porch so there was no way to avoid this accident. When Lexus inspected the car they found nothing wrong with the dbw (electronic throttle control). I find this to be a coverup of some sorts b/c I've been driving for years and never had this happen to me before. I know first hand that is is not a driver error it is a manufactor's defect. I know it went into investigations and they are not recalling the cars b/c there was not enough evidence that this really happens. Since I've been bringing this issue to light I recently found out that the same thing happened to my husband's friend's wife last year. Her car took off on her and went through her garage. This is very dangerous and I do not feel safe driving my car. I feel that Lexus is really in a position where they don't have to do anything because the NHTSA deemed there was nothing wrong with the car causing the unintended acceleration. Both the dealership and manufacturer did not want to take any responsiblity what so ever for this incident. They were very helpful when I purchased the car but wiped there hands of any problems with the vehicle.

Sudden acceleration of 2002 Lexus Es300 with foot on the brake. Car was just at a stop when itt accelerated with foot still on the brake. Car ran into side of a building before stopping--front end of car was demolished and building bricks and inside wall demolished. Car is at dealership for repairs now, accident happened only 2 days ago.

Upon parking in a parking lot vehicle suddenly accelerated forward. When this occurred vehicle jumped the cement wheel block, and went through a complex before stopping. Consumer had to apply excessive force to the brake pedal to stop vehicle. Vehicle was inspected by the dealer and found nothing wrong with the vehicle.

While driving the vehicle at any speed, the engine suffered sudden acceleration. The dealer could not duplicate or correct the problem. Ts when accelerating to change lane or enter the freeway, the vehicle almost stalled and or decelerated. Scc.