NHTSA — Vehicle Speed Control Problems

4.9

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
21,000 miles

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2002 Lexus GS 300 engine problems

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2002 Lexus GS 300 Owner Comments

problem #3

Jan 142010

GS 300

  • 40,000 miles

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Uncontrolled excessive engine speed up this has happened a few times on two occasions there was high wind from left to right in cold weather. I wonder if the electronic control was fooled. When I complained to the dealer they told me it must be that I was not used to a electronic gas pedal!!!

- Wilmington , DE, USA

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problem #2

Mar 122004

GS 300

  • miles
When driving at low speeds vehicle surged forward. Consumer had vehicle towed to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic was unable to duplicate the problem.

- West Chester, PA, USA

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problem #1

Apr 082004

(reported on)

GS 300

  • Automatic transmission
  • 23,000 miles
When pressing the brake pedal, the vehicle would intermittently lurch forward. The dealer could not determine the cause of the problem.

- New Haven, CT, USA

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