| Issue ID | 1449241 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11074531 |
| Manufacurer | Subaru of America, Inc. |
| Brand | SUBARU |
| Model | FORESTER |
| Model Year | 2009 |
| File date | 23/02/18 |
| Component | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Car was put into reverse. Without the driver stepping on the gas pedal, the car revved and suddenly accelerated. Attempt to brake did not stop the car. Car stopped only when it hit a retaining wall approximately 20-30 feet from start of acceleration. Damage occurred to rear drivers side of the car. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 50400 |
| Number of Occurences | |
| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | JUNEAU, AK |
| VIN pattern | JF2SH63649HXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | Y |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | N |
| Was part original equipment? | |
| No. of injured persons | |
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| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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| Vehicle speed | 0 |
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