Table 1 shows three common vehicle speed control related problems of the 1999 Lincoln Continental. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle speed control (three problems). The second most common problem is related to the accelerator pedal (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control problems | |
| Accelerator Pedal problems | |
| Cruise Control problems |
While driving on GS parkway the car accelerated from 65 miles per hr to 100 miles per hr. And would not slow down even when stepping on the brake. The car was speeding out of control while in the middle lane. Read details...
Intermittently, after the vehicle comes to a complete stop, vehicle lounges forward. When this occurs consumer's foot is depressed on the brake pedal. This problem resulted in the vehicle jumping a curb and smashing into a stop sign. Read details...
While driving used cruise control while proceeding down hill, and vehicle accelerated faster than set speed. Dealer has been notified; however, has not found a remedy for consumer's concern. On a 6 percent grade vehicle will increase speed 10 mph in the cruise mode in less than a mile. Read details...