Component
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:THROTTLE
84 NHTSA complaints about vehicle speed control:throttle issues across 23 makes and 48 models.
The vehicle speed control:throttle is one of the standardized component categories NHTSA uses to classify consumer safety complaints. Across the public complaint database, it accounts for 84 filings from 23 manufacturers and 48 distinct vehicle models, a footprint large enough that defect engineers can isolate part-family patterns across different platforms that share the same supplier or the same federal motor vehicle safety standard.
Among filings citing this component, owners have reported 7 crashes, 0 fires, 4 injuries, and 0 fatalities. The most complained-about vehicle in this category is the FORD EXPEDITION with 10 filings, followed by FORD F-150 and RAM 1500. These severity counters are what separates a nuisance complaint trend from a pattern NHTSA is likely to escalate into a Preliminary Evaluation.
Component-level analysis is how the Office of Defects Investigation spots cross-manufacturer supplier issues — the same airbag inflator, the same takata-style ignition switch, the same brake hose material — before they become industry-wide recalls. When you see a single component accumulating large complaint volume across several unrelated nameplates, that is usually a signature of a shared supplier or a shared federal standard being stressed by real-world conditions. Use the affected-vehicles table below to see whether the pattern is concentrated on a handful of models or distributed evenly, and cross-reference each model's full recall and investigation history before drawing conclusions about any one nameplate.
Most Affected Vehicles
| # | Vehicle | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | FORD EXPEDITION | 10 |
| 2 | FORD F-150 | 6 |
| 3 | RAM 1500 | 4 |
| 4 | FORD FUSION | 4 |
| 5 | FORD EXPLORER | 4 |
| 6 | JEEP PATRIOT | 3 |
| 7 | JEEP COMPASS | 3 |
| 8 | FORD TAURUS | 3 |
| 9 | DODGE JOURNEY | 3 |
| 10 | DODGE AVENGER | 3 |
| 11 | CHEVROLET MALIBU | 3 |
| 12 | KIA SORENTO | 2 |
| 13 | VOLVO VNL | 1 |
| 14 | VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT | 1 |
| 15 | VOLKSWAGEN ATLAS | 1 |
| 16 | TOYOTA RAV4 HYBRID | 1 |
| 17 | TOYOTA HIGHLANDER | 1 |
| 18 | TESLA MODEL 3 | 1 |
| 19 | SUBARU OUTBACK | 1 |
| 20 | MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER SPORT | 1 |
| 21 | MERCEDES-BENZ AMG GLC43 | 1 |
| 22 | MAZDA MAZDA6 | 1 |
| 23 | LINCOLN MKX | 1 |
| 24 | LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER EVOQUE | 1 |
| 25 | KIA SOUL | 1 |
| 26 | KIA K5 | 1 |
| 27 | JEEP RENEGADE | 1 |
| 28 | JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE | 1 |
| 29 | JEEP CHEROKEE | 1 |
| 30 | HYUNDAI SANTA FE | 1 |
Recent Complaints
The contact owns a 2014 Ram 1500. While driving approximately 70 MPH, the vehicle went into LIMP Mode, and the check engine warning light and the throttle control warning light illuminated. The contac
The contact owns a 2017 Jeep Cherokee. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V011000 (POWER TRAIN); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer
The contact owns a 2015 Ram 1500. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH on the Interstate, the electronic throttle warning light illuminated. The contact pulled over to the right side of the road, t
The contact owns a 2024 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V454000 (Air Bags); however, the contact called a local dealer and was informed tha
The contact owns a 2016 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while driving 70 MPH, the vehicle unintendedly started to decelerate. Additionally, while depressing the accelerator pedal, the brakes un
The contact owns a 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle failed to respond as needed. The message âService Electronic Thro
The contact owns a 2015 Ram 1500. While the contactâs father was driving at highway speeds, the check engine and throttle body warning lights illuminated and the vehicle started losing motive power;
The contact owns a 2014 Audi Q5. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the EPC (Electronic Power Control) warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it
The contact owns a 2020 Kia Soul. The contact stated while driving approximately 35-40 MPH, the vehicle stalled with several unknown warning lights illuminated. After several attempts, the vehicle was
The contact owns a 2023 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that while driving 65 MPH, the "Check Electronic Throttle" message was displayed. The contact stated that while depressing the accelerator peda
The contact owns a 2016 Dodge Journey. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and the RPM was between 2,500 - 3,500 RPM, the vehicle started decelerating. There was a red lightn
The contact owns a 2009 Acura TSX. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated, after which the vehicle entered LIMP Mode and the throttle fail
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The contact owns a 2024 Kia K5. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power. The contact was able to pull to the shoulder of the roadway, where the vehicle was
The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 MPH, the vehicle decelerated to 20 MPH with the "Engine, Reduced Power" message had displayed. After re
The contact owns a 2023 Tesla Model 3. The contact stated that while attempting to park the vehicle, the vehicle suddenly accelerated independently. The contact lost control of the vehicle, coming to
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving 55-60 MPH, the vehicle went into LIMP Mode and lost motive power. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact was able to v
The contact owns a 2016 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that with the transmission in the reverse position and while reversing from a parking space, the vehicle suddenly experienced unintended accele
The contact owns a 2019 Volkswagen Atlas. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled inadvertently. The contact stated that he shifted into park (P), then pushe
On 06-19-2023 i was North bound I275 north of 8 mile about 715pm. I was in the left lane going about 68 mph. All of a sudden my It felt like my throttle cable broke, when I twisted it there was no mot
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Data Sources
Vehicle complaint data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints database. Includes consumer-reported safety issues filed with NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Severity counts cross-reference NHTSA FARS (Fatality Analysis Reporting System) for fatal incidents where a corresponding FARS record exists.
Component categories are standardized by NHTSA. Crash-test ratings where shown are drawn from the NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Complaint counts, crash reports, fire reports, and fatality data reflect consumer-submitted reports and may not represent all incidents.
Disclaimer: This data is for informational purposes only and should not be used as the sole basis for vehicle purchase decisions. NHTSA complaint data is self-reported by consumers and has not been verified or investigated. A high complaint count does not necessarily indicate a defect. Always consult a qualified mechanic and check official NHTSA recall notices before making safety-related decisions.
Read our methodology — how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.