Gas pedal sticking. Problem is not in the cable.
1999 Mercury Villager acceleration complaints
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While driving and without warning the accelerator pedal became stuck and it became hard for the consumer to control the vehicle. *nlm after the vehicle was driven for over an hour, the pedal had become stuck in which extra strength was applied and caused the vehicle to leap forward, then the pedal moved. *scc
While driving at any speed and no warning the vehicles accelerator pedal stuck and it became difficult to get the vehicle to decelerate.
When the gas pedal was pressed, there was a delay in acceleration. The consumer had to pump the gas pedal to get the vehicle to move. *jb dealer cleaned dirty throttle body. Blower only worked on high. Failed resistor replaced. Left front door panel was peeling and had to be replaced.
When the gas pedal was pressed, there was a delay in acceleration. The consumer had to pump the gas pedal to get the vehicle to move. *jb the vehicle needed a new door panel and an injector. Scc
When the gas pedal was pressed, there was a delay in acceleration. The consumer had to pump the gas pedal to get the vehicle to move. *jb when the gas pedal was pressed, there was a delay in acceleration. The consumer had to pump the gas pedal to get the vehicle to move.
When the gas pedal was pressed, there was a delay in acceleration. The consumer had to pump the gas pedal to get the vehicle to move. It was later determined that the throttle was dirty. A faulty resistor caused the blower to only work on high. The left front door panel fell off. *jb
My 1999 mercury villager, had the throttle body replaced at 23,580 miles, and now, at 76,000 miles, it needs to be replaced again. Considerable foot force is needed to overcome a "stuck" accelerator pedal, so the vehicle jumps forward from a stopped condition. This is unsafe and annoying!
The accelerator on my 1999 mercury villager sticks in the "up" position. This has caused several near accidents when I've had to stomp the accelerator to unstick it. This is a problem when stopped in traffic because it could cause you to ram into the car in front of you. Also, I have found myself "stuck" in the middle of intersections. The problem first occurred about two years ago and was "fixed" by the dealer. The problem has now become much worse and I was told that the throttle body will have to be replaced at a cost of $420.00. I saw from the customer complaints on this website that this is a common complaint from mercury villager owners & nissan quest owners (the same van as a villager). I have asked people at random that I've seen driving villiagers and many of them say they have the same problem. I don't understand why this isn't being fixed as a recall since it is clearly a safety hazard to have a stuck accelerator, and it appears to be a common problem for the mercury villager & nissan quest.
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Accelerator pedal intermittently sticks until a large force is applied. This caused delayed and lurching starts. Problem fixed by replacing the throttle body. Ford and dealership refused to pay for repair. Mr
Gas pedal was sticking would have to punch the pedal to release. Mr
Consumer having problems accelerating.
On three different occasions while applying brakes the vehicle will suddenly accelerate.
Accelerator pedal was sticking after stopping, vehicle was checked repeatedly by dealer, who cleaned throttle cable. However problem was still occurring. Consumer very concerned about safety while driving on highway.*ak
Throttle linkage pedal would stick intermittently while driving. Vehicle at dealer. Feel free to provide any further information.
Vehicle lurches forward unexpectedly. Took vehicle to dealer, and they stated that carbon has build up in throttle body.
Throttle clean by dealer at my expense - solved issue for now - dangerous design.
Consumer states that when pressing the brake pedal to stop, and then proceed to press the gas pedal, the vehicle will delay in taking off then vehicle will suddenly take off. Please provide any information.
Gas pedal sticks on many villagers and is very unsage. Dealer said that it is common and costs $700 to repair throttle body--this sounds like a manufacturers defect.
While applying gas accelerator sticks.
Consumer states that when attempting to accelerate from a stop, the gas pedal must be punched due to the gas pedal sticking.
Accelerator pedal intermittently sticks from a stop position or when coasting at a low speed. Dealer was not notified at this time. *ak dealer repaired parts under warranty.
Accelerator pedal began to stick after stopping. It took a good push to get the engine to respond, resulting in jerky starts and some tire burning.
Accelerator pedal becomes real hard, and consumer has to put alot of force to push pedal in. This problem occurs whenever consumer is driving. Contacted dealer, and the dealer was not willing to do anything.
Accelerator pedal would stick intermittently. Dealer notified, and was unable to duplicate the problem. Feel free to provide any further information concerning this matter.
Accelerator pedal will stick in closed position and not accelerate, dealership has repaired this problem one year ago under warranty and problem has reoccurred, dealer informed consumer that this was a common complaint, consumer is concerned that she may rear end someone.
The steering wheel failed. Nlm
Throttle body will stick intermittently during normal operation of vehicle. Dealership examined vehicle and informed consumer they were aware of problem, and replaced the throttle body at the owner's expense. *ak
Accelerator pedal sticks from vehicle stationary position. Applying enough force to break it free, results in sudden acceleration.
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