4.0

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
30,000 miles

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problem #1

Aug 012003

S80

  • 30,000 miles
As the consumer was pulling away from curb at 3 mph vehicle suddenly accelerated without touching the gas. Brakes were not functional, and vehicle shot through three intersections before the emergency brake was pulled. Mechanic informed the consumer that mass air flow sensor was faulty.

- Mars, PA, USA

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