NHTSA Complaint #11521149 — 2016 SUBARU OUTBACK

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number 11521149
Vehicle 2016 SUBARU OUTBACK
Component VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Date of Incident
Date Filed
Mileage 35,000 miles
Crash No
Fire No
Injuries 0
Deaths 0
Vehicle Towed No
State CO

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2016 Subaru Outback. The contact stated while the was stationary at a traffic light, the vehicle accelerated independently while depressing the brake pedal. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the RPM’s was elevated to 5,000. The contact stated that he turned off and restarted the vehicle and was able to continue driving to his destination. The contact called the local dealer and made them aware of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 35,000. The consumer stated the vehicle was inspected and didn't find anything wrong with the vehicle.

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