Help! Info on Stuck Accelerator Pedal Discovery Series Two

Help! Info on Stuck Accelerator Pedal Discovery Series Two

Does any one have any info on accidents or circumstances that are a result of having their foot stuck between the brake pedal and on the accelerator causing the vehicle to run-away out of control? I have heard of this happening to people on numerous occasions? with possible catastrophic results. Has their been any recalls or lawsuits filed in reference to this? I was injured (hit) by a Disco 2 that had this problem. I drive a Disco Series 1 and have not experienced this problem. Any knowledge/assistance would be greatly appreciated. Land Rover says this is not a problem, and yet I know of several people who have sold their Disco 2's for this very reason. I would like to file a complaint with the National Highway Transportation Safety Board

Thanks for your time.

Dale Farr

lostinboston,

I found a service recall for the problem that you mentioned (sticking accelerator cable) for Discovery's. This was initiated in the UK some time ago; I believe that it is also in effect in the US. This could be the beginning of a class action lawsuit if enough people have had the same problem (accidents due to a defect). L/R will not admit it, but ford has issued a recall notice to that effect since they now own L/R. Will be interesting to see how things turn out.

Dale.

farrdg said:

lostinboston,

This could be the beginning of a class action lawsuit if enough people have had the same problem (accidents due to a defect).
Dale.

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Great idea! Go to a web site and threaten a lawsuit to the binding glue of every member here! What is next, a Knights of Columbus web site to find people to file lawsuits against the Pope! GET A LIFE! I am sure that the distance between you gas and brake pedal are exactly the same as in any other car or truck.
When I was in college a guy ran into my car. I remember being so mad that I could hardly speak. This "moron" has run into and damaged my "pride and joy". The Cop made a comment that it was called an accident because it was an accident. If it wasn't, they call it something else like reckless driving, vehicular assault... etc.

Farrdg, do you really own a Disco or are you some lawyer out trolling for some business? This thread leaves a real bad taste in my mouth. If I am off base, flame away. If I am on target please let it rip at Farrdg.

Yes I really own a disco series one (1999) and I have spent a lot of time getting it just the way I want it for off roading. No Poser here. I am not threatening a lawsuit, just looking for information. My right knee was damaged when a Disco 2 crashed through a wall at a L/R dealership after the driver (L/R Tech) lost control of the car while backing it up for delivery to a customer. Unfortunately it was my knee that was damaged, unfortunately it is my professional career as a commercial pilot and the future effects of damage done to my knee as I get older that are at stake. I certainly hope that you are never in the same situation. Dave you are pretty quick to judge without knowing facts. When was the last time that you had to have surgery done for something that was not your fault? I am not a shyster, and I am not looking for big bucks, just information so that a complaint can be filed with the National Highway and Transportation Safety Board! They can figure it out from there. I know of four other people who have had the same run-away problem and had their vehicles damaged when the accelerator cable stuck on their Disco 2?s as well. I think that it would have been nice to know that this was a problem before accidents occurred. This bulletin board is a great source for disseminating and receiving information. Fare is fare, if you have a know defect then step up to the plate and take responsibility for it by fixing it and getting the word out. By the way Dave, as far as the bad taste in your mouth goes, try taking your foot out of it first.

Let Her RIP Sport!!!!

I am taking care of this locally and unfortunately accidents do happen. The National Transportation Highway Safety Act/Board (www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/home.cfm) (not the NTSB which investigates aircraft accidents) tracks allot of auto issues so that complaints can turn into recalls when serious problems are identified. The current question is in fact whether or not it was a stuck foot under the brake pedal that was wedged on top of the accelerator, or an accelerator cable that actually was stuck (per L/R recall), causing the driver to loose control? I?m waiting for a copy of the police report as well as a copy of the report from the insurance investigator. As far as reporting a defect, it costs nothing other than a few minutes of your time, and if enough complaints are filed due to numerous occurrences of the same event a recall is issued. Hopefully more accidents are prevented by identifying a problem that has the potential for tragic results. I am not out to slam anyone, but if something such as this can be prevented and it is the result of a suspected or known defect or design flaw then it should be reported. As far as the actual accident goes, you are on your own and responsible for all medical bills, lost wages etc. etc. until everything is stabilized, only then can you get your medical bills, lost wages etc. etc. paid for. This is the same thing that happens to you if you get T-boned in an intersection by another driver who ran a stop sign. It is called Third Party Liability and it?s your nickel until its all said and done. Check your insurance (hope your covered) since each state is different. I'm certainly not angry just inconvenienced. Enough said.

Thanks for the advice and information.

farrdg said:

Dave you are pretty quick to judge without knowing facts.

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farrdg,
Re-read your first set of posts. You came across like you were trying to find a bunch of LR owners to come testify in your lawsuit. Your last post explained things a lot better to all of us. I to am a professional pilot so I now understand where you are coming from and why. I am sure that the LR dealer has lots on liability insurance to cover the driving of their employees and the damage done to both you and your Disco. Good luck.