2002 Ford Excursion acceleration complaints

Filed Apr 28, 2003 · Acceleration · 23,311 miles · FL · crash

When the vehicle was placed in reverse a surge of power took over and the vehicle smashed into a pole.

Filed Feb 20, 2003 · Acceleration · 25,275 miles · PA · crash

When the brake was applied, the engine revved and vehicle surged foward into oncoming traffic. The vehicle was struck on the drivers side, and the vehicle finally stopped. *jb the idle air control and headliner was replaced.

Filed Dec 26, 2002 · Acceleration, Body · TX

The vehicle has a front suspension problem which causes the vehicle to vibrate, the vehicle has been to the dealer 3 times but the problem still exist, both driver side doors are misaligned with respect to the fender trim, the differential was originally misaligned with respect to the rear fender trims, now the differential is properly aligned and the consumer questioned the technicians who stated that they did nothing to correct the misalignment, the consumer feels this is a definite safety problem if the differential goes in and out of alignment on is own, the A/C was not cooling and needed to be recharged, the consumer can hear static in radio when turning on the rear tv switch, A/C and turn signal, steering gear and hydro boost line replaced, tire out of balanced causing vibration at 75-70 MPH, steering out of adjustment (off center), calipers replaced, transmission experiencing a delay when shifting, both wiper blades off center, drain plug leaking oil, weather stripping on right rear door failed, headliner is coming loose on the left side, windshield washers inoperative, fuel gauge read incorrectly, faulty accelerator pedal caused the vehicle to stall when coming to a stop. Nlm

Filed Nov 20, 2002 · Acceleration · VA

Vehicle stopped at intersection with engine idling normally. Accelerator depressed but engine did not increase speed. Vehicle moved into intersection at idle before brakes could be applied. No accident resulted dealer replaced pedal assembly under warranty. Dt

Filed Jul 11, 2002 · Acceleration, Brakes · IL · crash

Vehicle was backed into driveway, parked with engine off. Driver intended to relocate vehicle about 6 feet forward, never enter street. Driver started engine, and with right foot on brake pedal placed transmission in drive. Driver released brake pedal and allowed vehicle to move forward to intended parking spot where he applied the brakes with the right foot. The vehicle did not stop, driver placed both feet on the brake pedal but vehicle still would not stop, rolled into the street and struck a passing vehicle. Vehicle was towed to dealer, but dealer could not find anything wrong. Ford consumer appeals board was contacted, but agreed with the dealer. Vehicle owner contacted a private mechanic and was told that the most likely failure that could cause the symptoms experienced was the power booster unit. Vehicle was towed to insurance company lot where it will be examined for possible subrogation with the manufacturer. Owner has pictures of the driveway and sidewalk showing tire marks leading right to the crash site.

Filed Jun 25, 2002 · Acceleration · NY · crash · 6 injuries

When applying accelerator pedal it will go to the floor intermittently, engine will not revv, and vehicle will not move forward. Vehicle was rearended after consumer was at a stop. Then, started to accelerate, and vehicle did not respond. Damage to vehicle unknown at this time.*ak there were 6 injuries in accident.