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1999-2001 Ford Explorer, Ford Explorer Sport and others recall: cables

Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall on August 5, 2003. It covers about 448,005 vehicles.

vehicles affected
448,005
reported
Aug 5, 2003
owners notified
Aug 29, 2003
related complaints
378

Vehicle speed control: cables

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.
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.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the speed control cable and, if necessary, replace it. Owner notification began august 29, 2003. Owners should contact ford at 1‑800‑392‑3673.

Recall number 03V280000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 378 complaints about acceleration problems.

1999 Ford Explorer2000 Ford Explorer2001 Ford Explorer2001 Ford Explorer Sport2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac1999 Mercury Mountaineer2000 Mercury Mountaineer2001 Mercury Mountaineer

Questions about recall 03V280000

Is there a recall on the 1999-2001 Ford Explorer, Ford Explorer Sport and others cables?

Yes. Recall 03V280000, reported on August 5, 2003, covers about 448,005 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 03V280000?

Dealers will inspect the speed control cable and, if necessary, replace it. Owner notification began august 29, 2003. Owners 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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