1999 Ford F-250 acceleration problems

32 complaints (6% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 93,000. 5 crashes reported.

owner complaints: 32
of this car's complaints: 6%
typical mileage: 93,000
crashes: 5
recalls: 4

Which part fails

Cruise control
6
Linkages
4
Accelerator pedal
2

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

0k-25k

25k-50k

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200k+

Ford F-250 acceleration problems in other years

Related recalls

Vehicle speed controlReported August 1, 2006 · 1,200,000 vehicles affected

What is wrong: On certain trucks equipped with speed control, gasoline or natural gas engines, the speed control deactivation switch may overheat.
Risk: Overheating could result in smoke or burn and an underhood fire.
Remedy: Dealers will install a fused wiring harness into the speed control system free of charge. The recall began on august 7, 2006. Owners may contact ford at 1‑866‑436‑7332. (note: also see recalls 05v017 and 05v388)

Recall number 06V286000 · Recall details

Vehicle speed controlReported September 7, 2005 · 4,500,000 vehicles affected

What is wrong: On certain pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles equipped with speed control, the speed control deactivation switch may overheat, smoke, or burn.
Risk: A fire at the switch could occur.
Remedy: By letter dated september 12, 2005, owners were instructed to return their vehicles to their dealers to have the speed control deactivation switch disconnected. Owners who have had their speed control deactivated are being notified that parts will be available and advised to make an appointment to reconnect the speed control beginning in february 2006. Owners who did not have their speed control deactivated are being notified to have their system remedied beginning in february 2006. Owners are urged to avail themselves of the free disconnect service as soon as possible because of the significant risk of fire. Owners may contact ford at 1‑800‑392‑3673. (note: also see recalls 05v017 and 06v286)

Recall number 05V388000 · Recall details

Vehicle speed controlReported March 30, 1999 · 898,739 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Vehicle description: certain 1997-1999 rhd explorer equipped with 4.0l ohv/sohc engines and cruise control built from may 29, 1996 through march 4, 1999; 1998-1999 explorer/mountaineers equipped with 4.0l ohv/sohc or 5.0l engines or 1998-1999 rangers equipped with 2.5l, 3.0l ffv/efi or 4.0l engines and cruise control built from january 5, 1998 through march 4, 1999; 1998-1999 mustangs equipped with 3.8l, 4.6l 2-valve or 4-valve engines and cruise control built from march 2, 1998 through march 4, 1999; 1999 f250/f350/f450/f550 (over 8,500 lbs.) trucks equipped with 5.4l or 6.8l engines and cruise control built from march 2, 1998 through march 4, 1999; and 1999 f-53 stripped chassis equipped with 5.4l or 6.8l engines and cruise control built from march 2, 1998 through march 4, 1999. A cruise control cable can interfere with the speed control servo pulley and not allow the throttle to return to idle when disengaging the cruise control.
Risk: If the cruise control is used and this condition is present, a stuck throttle could result, which could potentially result in a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the cruise control cables. At the present time, the replacement cables are not available. Customers are being advised not to use the cruise control system until a replacement can be made.

Recall number 99V062001 · Recall details

Vehicle speed control: cablesReported August 24, 1998 · 1,500 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks. A speed control cable may not have fully seated into the accelerator bracket at time of installation. If the cable is not fully seated into this bracket, the cable could separate from the bracket.
Risk: A loose cable can result in the throttle not fully returning to idle and cause an increase in stopping distance.
Remedy: Dealers will add a retaining clip to the speed control cable fitting at the accelerator bracket.

Recall number 98V192000 · Recall details

What 1999 Ford F-250 owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jul 12, 2017 · Acceleration, Fuel system · WI

Rusted threw fuel tank straps no cruise control no air conditioning

Filed Apr 10, 2013 · Acceleration · 135,000 miles · AZ

Tl* the contact owns a 1999 ford f-250. The contact stated that while attempting to merge into traffic with the brakes engaged, the vehicle suddenly accelerated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 135,000. *tr...updated 05/22/13 *bf the consumer stated the battery cable was removed and reinstalled in order to reset the computer. The failure has yet to recur. Updated 06/10/2013

Filed Apr 19, 2006 · Acceleration · 163,000 miles · FL

Dt*: the contact stated there were currently no problems with the cruise control. However, the contact was made aware, by a friend, of the recent ford recall. The vehicle was taken to a service dealer who confirmed the cruise control part number matched that of the federal safety agency recall, #05v388000, regarding the vehicle speed control. However, the vehicle is not included in the recall due to the VIN.

Filed Mar 24, 2005 · Acceleration · TX · fire

Ford f250 1999, truck and garage completely engulfed in flames. *bf the consumer believed the fire was due to a faulty cruise control deactivation switch.

Filed Mar 8, 2005 · Acceleration · 93,000 miles · FL · fire

Vehicle was parked for 10 minutes in the driveway when all of a sudden it caught on fire. This was a similar incident to the ford recall 05v017000 concerning cruise control switch.

Filed Feb 4, 2005 · Acceleration · 100,000 miles · TX · fire

The vehicle was parked when someone blew a horn. Consumer went to the door of the house and discovered that vehicle was on fire. The fire department put the fire out. The vehicle was totaled.

Filed Oct 25, 2004 · Acceleration, Airbags · 61,000 miles · NY

Clock spring failed . As a result, horn and cruise control become inoperable.

Filed Oct 7, 2003 · Acceleration · 40,000 miles · VA

When trying to accelerate truck lost acceleration and went into idle condition, and vehicle was almost rear ended. Took vehicle to dealer, and they replaced the throttle position sensor at 40,000 miles. At 87,000 miles the problem returned.

Filed Jan 27, 2003 · Acceleration · 58,000 miles · GA

While driving throttle became stuck, causing vehicle's speed to increase. Problem occurred 5 times during the trip. It was later discovered that the throttle cable guide was worn. *ak

Filed Jul 19, 2002 · Acceleration · TX · crash

Consumer shifted to reverse and vehicle suddenly accelerated and shot backwards 30 feet,hitting another vehicle. No injuries, damage to vehicle unknown at this time.

Questions about the 1999 Ford F-250 acceleration

Does the 1999 Ford F-250 have acceleration problems?

Owners have filed 32 complaints about the acceleration of the 1999 Ford F-250, 6% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 1999 Ford F-250 acceleration problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 93,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 1999 Ford F-250 acceleration?

Yes, 4 recalls: 06V286000, 05V388000, 99V062001. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Ford F-250 have the most acceleration problems?

The Ford F-250 model years with the most acceleration complaints are 1999 (32 complaints), 2001 (23 complaints) and 2004 (19 complaints).