Table 1 shows three common vehicle speed control related problems of the 1999 Oldsmobile 88.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Accelerator Stuck problems | |
| Speed Sensor problems | |
| Car Accelerates On Its Own problems |
Consumer stated while accelerating to match the speed of highway traffic, the accelerator stuck at approximately 40 to 45 mph, dealership examined vehicle, but could not reproduce the problem or locate any error codes. Consumer stateed the problem happened twice after the first incident.
Speed sensor has malfunctioned, causing abs light and traction control light to illuminate on the dash. Consumer has contacted the dealer, replaced right front wheel hub and bearings due to water intrusion into sensor. Module, electronic brkae, and traction control also replaced.
Vehicle has experienced two occasions of sudden acceleration. Mjs.