Ford FT900 recalls
There are 3 safety recalls on record for the Ford FT900, covering 62,000 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.
Ford FT900 recalls by model year
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Vehicle speed control
- What is wrong
- The hand throttle cable can wear the brass swivel block on the governor lever through which it passes.
- Risk
- This wear can result in the governor jamming in thedamaged swivel and could prevent the governor lever from returning to the idle position.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a revised governor lever with a stainless steel swivel. Also letters will be sent to vehicle owners that have the same vehicles but do not have a ford installed hand throttle advising them that they may require service if they have had an after market hand throttle installed.
Recall number 95V143000 · Recall details
Electrical system: wiring
- What is wrong
- A connector in the wiring where the tilt hood mounted lamps attach to the vehicle wiring harness was built without sealing plugs. Moisture, road salt or other contaminants can enter the connection resulting in crossed circuits, shorts or corrosion of the wiring of the connector.
- Risk
- The headlamps or other front-end lighting systems can malfunction as a result of this condition increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the connector and install sealing plugs in the open cavities. If the inspection reveals corrosion, a new connector will be installed.
Recall number 95V092000 · Recall details
Vehicle speed control: springs
- What is wrong
- As a result of inherent vibration in these engines, the throttle return springs can fracture.
- Risk
- If one of the two return springs fractures while thevehicle is being driven, a substantial reduction in accelerator pedal effortwould be felt. If the second spring also fractures, the throttle would notreturn to idle position and can result in increased engine speed and thepossibility of loss of vehicle control and an accident.
- Remedy
- The throttle return control system with the coil torsion spring design will be replaced.
Recall number 93V160000 · Recall details
Questions about the Ford FT900 recalls
How do I check if my Ford FT900 has an open recall?
Enter your VIN in the VIN decoder on this page to see the recalls for your exact model and year, then confirm with any dealer of the brand or the manufacturer, who can tell you whether the repair was already done on your car.
Do I have to pay for a recall repair?
No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.
How many recalls does the Ford FT900 have?
3, covering vehicle speed control and electrical system.
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