I was running a new Viking sportfish up the coast, stopped in Fernandina Fl. While maneuvering around the docks, one of the MAN computer engines spooled up uncommanded. It would not respond to helm control, but I was able to shut it down with the stop button. Was barely able to stop from colliding with nearby boats. Finally able to dock with the one running engine. Owner called MAN techs to resolve. They hooked up their laptops and said everything was normal.
Since then, I have very little confidence in electronic controls. They are great, until they are not.
Agreed, not the same level of quality control as on aircraft and autos.
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