Table 1 shows five common vehicle speed control related problems of the 2006 Mercury Mariner. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle speed control (six problems). The second most common problem is related to the accelerator stuck (two problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control problems | |
| Accelerator Stuck problems | |
| Car Accelerates On Its Own problems | |
| Speed Control Cable problems | |
| Cruise Control problems |
Tone ring snapped off of axle and caused the car to go into 2wd and apply the abs brakes when not actually being needed which almost ended up in rear ending a car when the failure occurred. Tone ring design needs looked it. This should not happen. Read details...
Tl-the contact owns a 2006 Mercury Mariner. The contact stated that the accelerator pedal became stuck to the floorboard while driving. The failure was experienced several times. The accelerator pedal was depressed with force in order for it to release. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. Read details...
When the temperature is cold, the accelerator will not allow itself to be depressed after 1-2 minutes of driving, and then for the next 10-15 minutes. Occasionally, tapping on the pedal, or pushing extremely hard will make it move and the vehicle will dangerously and rapidly accelerate due to the Read details...