Accelerator Stuck problems of the 2003 Mazda Tribute

Sticky accelerator sticks when gas pedal is pressed (from a full stop). Stickiness increases with colder weather. Causes a lurching action even when adding minimal pressure on the accelerator pedal. I'm worried that if the problem persists or gets worse with the colder weather, it may cause whiplash to any children riding in my car. Or worse - lurching into the garage and causing damage to my home. Or lurching in a parking lot and hitting a pedestrian/child. I have researched this in several auto forums and this has been an issue with far more consumers than Mazda is willing to acknowledge. It is a serious issue. If Toyota can address a sticky accelerator problem, why can't Mazda do the same? our lives, as well as innocent bystanders, are in danger!.

Accident involving Mazda Tribute wherein the accelerator became stuck. The attorney request information on behalf of client who was injured when her vehicle accelerated suddenly. The vehicle was totaled.

Accelerator pedal gets stuck in idle position. By applying force, then accelerator pedal moves but vehicle takes off erratically. It happens when engine is cold and hot.

Accelerator pedal is sticky right from the start of depressing the pedal. Once the resistance is overcome the vehicle lurches forward. Dealer claims carbon build up (contamination) on or near the throttle plate is causing initial resistance. Two occurrences (approximately 5,000 and 10,000 miles) have resulted in dealer cleaning area to remove contamination.