Brake pedal is too close to throttle. Drivers foot is on the brake and gas pedals at the same time, accelerator over powers brake pedal, consumer feels this is very unsafe. *ak consumer stated he took vehicle to the dealer and he was informed that nothing was wrong.
1999 Mercury Sable acceleration complaints
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Vehicle unexpectedly accelerated forward after coming to a complete stop. Vehicle hit another parked car head-on. Dealer has not seen vehicle.
Driver took foot off accelerator to decelerate when the vehicle would not slow down which could have resulted in an accident.
Upon starting vehicle, it will surge about 6 inch movement while still in park, causing safety hazard.
Was slowing down to exit onto ramp, when suddenly vehicle accelerated forward without warning. Foot was on brakes. Vehicle spun around twice & then hit guardrail.
Car surged forward despite the use of brakes, making it very difficult to control increase in speed. This was immediatley followed by a series of engine stalls. Dealer unable to locate a defect.
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