Recall 03V-280
FORD MOTOR COMPANY recalled the 1999 to 2001 Ford Explorer and 3 other models: Vehicle speed control (cables).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 03V-280
- Reported
- August 5, 2003
- Vehicles affected
- 448,005 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with speed control and 4.0l sohc engines, if the strand cover on the speed control cable becomes flared at the end, the speed control cable may bind when the speed control is activated.
The risk
The throttle return spring force may not be sufficient to overcome the binding condition when the speed control is disengaged. Braking function would be maintained though stopping distances may be increased.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the speed control cable and, if necessary, replace it. Owner notification began august 29, 2003. Owners should contact ford at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Ford recall no. 03s03.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).
Affected vehicles
- Ford Explorer 1999 to 2001
- Ford Explorer Sport 2001
- Ford Explorer Sport Trac 2001
- Mercury Mountaineer 1999 to 2001