Table 1 shows three common vehicle speed control related problems of the 2004 Mercury Monterey. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle speed control (eight problems). The second most common problem is related to the cruise control (two problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control problems | |
| Cruise Control problems | |
| Accelerator Pedal problems |
The contact owned a 2004 Mercury Monterey. The contact stated that when the gear shifter was placed into the reverse position and backing out of a parking space, the vehicle accelerated on its own and crashed into a fence. The failure recurred and the vehicle was towed to a body shop. Read details...
Brake pressure switch triggers traction control off light, and cruise control will no longer work. Read details...
The contact owns a 2004 Mercury Monterey. The contact stated while driving approximately 60 mph, the brake pedal was depressed however, the vehicle failed to respond, and vehicle continued to accelerate. The driver manually shifted gears to slow the vehicle. Read details...