4.3

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
26,750 miles

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problem #4

Jun 282005

Safari 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 107,000 miles
Dealer told the caller the throttle stuck was stuck in the open position. This caused the vehicle to accelerate without warning. Caller has not received a notice to have this part maintained. Dealer said they will not fix it for free. Manufacturer said because of the age and mileage they will not fix it. Caller felt it was a manufacturers defect. Caller had no idea that part was a maintenance item. Caller was sitting at a light the vehicle took off, and he had to hold the brakes hard, and turn it off to get it to stop.

- Bradenton, FL, USA

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problem #3

May 152001

Safari

  • miles
While traveling at approximately 20 mph in traffic vehicle suddenly started to accelerate. Consumer was able to bring vehicle to a stop after applying full pressure to brake pedal. Upon examination, the throttle control cable had disconnected from a sensor in engine which caused the problem. Please provide any additional information attachments.

- Lacanto, FL, USA

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problem #2

Oct 041999

Safari

  • miles
While driving at about 5 mph with foot on brake car accelerated very fast. After car has accelerated, then it just stopped.

- Valparaiso, IN, USA

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problem #1

Sep 021999

(reported on)

Safari

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Throttle linkage sticks when taking off causing failure.

- Amarillo, TX, USA

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