Ask Smithy Xtra Delayed acceleration in Epica

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When trying to accelerate at low speeds in my 2008 Holden Epica diesel there is a delay for more than two seconds before it then accelerates quickly, which can be dangerous. Holden is not interested; they call it an inherent fault. I don?t know what to do next before my wife has an accident. It is still under warranty. What can I do?

A delay of two seconds or more is excessive and needs to be investigated. Try to find another car you could drive to see if yours is consistent with others or has a problem that others don’t. Once you’ve done that approach your dealer and ask for a meeting to discuss the issue and work out what they can do to fix your car. If that fails you could try the new national consumer protection laws and see if they can force a satisfactory response.

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