general problems of the 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora

Three problems related to vehicle speed control have been reported for the 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Vehicle Speed Control problem

Failure Date: 03/31/2004

When driving at low speeds, vehicle surged forward. Consumer depressed the brakes and still vehicle would not stop, surging forward. Consumer was able to gain control of the vehicle, and drove the vehicle to the dealership. Mechanic was able to help consumer to stop and shut off the vehicle without any incidents.

2 Vehicle Speed Control problem

Failure Date: 07/10/2002

While driving 70 mph, cruise set,and vehicle accelerated on its own. Before consumer could slow vehicle down it had accelerated to 90 mph. Consumer was then able to stop vehicle by applying brakes hard.

3 Vehicle Speed Control problem

Failure Date: 11/01/1999

When sitting at a stop with the brakes applied, the vehicle will jump forward and stalls out. Dealer has seen vehicle, and cannot find a solution.


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