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2000-2001 Ford Windstar recall: accelerator pedal

Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall on June 22, 2001. It covers about 45,800 vehicles.

vehicles affected
45,800
reported
Jun 22, 2001
owners notified
Jul 6, 2001
related complaints
265

Vehicle speed control: accelerator pedal

What is wrong
Vehicle description: minivans equipped with an adjustable pedal option. The driver floor mat could interfere with the accelerator pedal.
Risk
This can result in a stuck throttle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace both front driver and passenger side floor mats in the vehicle. Owner notification began july 6, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford at 1‑800‑392‑3673.

Recall number 01V207000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 265 complaints about acceleration problems.

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Questions about recall 01V207000

Is there a recall on the 2000-2001 Ford Windstar accelerator pedal?

Yes. Recall 01V207000, reported on June 22, 2001, covers about 45,800 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 01V207000?

Dealers will replace both front driver and passenger side floor mats in the vehicle. Owner notification began july 6, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford at 1‑800‑392‑3673.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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