NHTSA — Vehicle Speed Control Problems

3.3

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
41,000 miles

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1998 Mercury Tracer engine problems

engine problem

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1998 Mercury Tracer Owner Comments

problem #2

Feb 182010

Tracer

  • 82,000 miles

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Speeds up on its own when driving and when stopped at lights. Occurs every time I drive it. Most of all in the winter time. Tried to repaired it at station but was unable to do so.

- Concord, OH, USA

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problem #1

Feb 282002

Tracer

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
While stopping at spot light and without any indication vehicle surged while brakes were depressed. Dealer was contacted. Consumer took vehicle to have the computer and transmission functions checked. Transmission was serviced and adjustments were made.

- Middle Village, NY, USA

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