Table 1 shows three common vehicle speed control related problems of the 2001 Mercedes Benz 240. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle speed control (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the car accelerates on its own (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control problems | |
| Car Accelerates On Its Own problems | |
| Speed Control Linkage problems |
The problem occurred initially in the middle of a drive. The vehicle preformed fine but when it reached 40mph the vehicle began accelerating on its own. I pulled over and turned off the vehicle. When the car starts up it immediately throttle up to about 5000 rpm regardless of the gear. Read details...
Repeated episodes of almost stalling followed by unintended acceleration. Read details...
Three episodes on unintended acceleration from a stop. Vehicle begins to stall and then suddenly accelerates. Dealer states problem on earlier vehicles, but solved with replacement fuel pump. I have replacement pump but problem still occurs. Fortunately, no one in front of me on these occasions. Read details...