Problems with 1988 Honda Civic VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

Engine "revs" while stopped at a stop sign or stop light. car accelerates by itself without applying the accelerator. car jolts forward unexpectedly for no reason. problem seems potentially dangerous because of lack of control of the car's acceleration. mechanic has said that the car needs a new throttle, a very expensive repair. also, car has trouble starting, especially in damp weather. spark plugs and battery were replaced, but problem continued. distributor was replaced, and the car starts better, but once in a while it still has trouble starting. also, the fuel lines leak gas. the gas smell is noticeable in the car. also, the frame of the car is nearly rusted away.

When driving at any speed vehicle is idling very high. however, when consumer takes foot off the gas pedal, vehicle jerks forward and the idle is increased with high speed. *ak

Vehicle will suddenly race to a high idle. the dealer has been notified. *ak

The engine suddenly lurches forward and the rpms increase unexpectedly to an uncontrollable level. the problem began in early 1996. honda says the recall of a similar part does not cover my car. it is unsafe to drive. is mine the only such report and what recourse do i have as far as nhtsa is concerned.

Auto-tran:shifted from park to reverse, lightly touched gas pedal; engine accelerated; lurched backwards; hit two vehicles in parking lot. tt

Intermittent unintended acceleration, dealers replaced surge solenoid. tt

Igniter faile dprior to/after recall repairs (87v-173). *ak

Vehicle exhibits high idling conditon. causing the vehicle to surge. tt