Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
09V399000FORD MOTOR COMPANYfrom 03/15/1996 to 08/30/2002V (Vehicle)450000010/27/2009ODIFORD MOTOR COMPANY10/13/200910/13/2009
Defect SummaryFord is recalling model years 1995-2003 windstar, 2000-2003 excursion diesel, 1993-1997 and 1999-2003 f-250 sd through f-550 sd diesel, 1992-2003 e-150 through e-550, 1995-2002 explorer, 1997 and 2002 mercury mountaineer, 1995-1997 and 2001-2003 ranger, and 1994 f53 vehicles equipped with the texas instruments speed control deactivation switch (scds). the scds may leak internally and then overheat, smoke, or burn.
Consequence SummaryA vehicle fire could occur with or without the engine running.
Corrective SummaryFord will notify owners that dealers will install a fused wiring harness in line with the scds. on 1999-2003 windstar vehicles with a leaking scds, dealers will also inspect the abs control module connector and repair as necessary. repairs will be completed free of charge. the safety recall began on october 27, 2009. owners may contact ford at 1-888-222-2751.
NotesFord's recall campaign number is 09s09.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .

Bulletins


BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
1510507/01/2001621120Some vehicles equipped with a 4.0l engine may exhibit an intermittent hesitation on acceleration. *tt09/07/2001
1505407/01/2001621050Vehicles with 4.0l engine may exhibit an intermittent hesitation on acceleration. *tt09/06/2001
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - ACCELERATOR PEDAL
1670603/01/200310001948Squeaking accelerator pedal while driving during cold, hot, dusty, and dry conditions. *tt *jb07/28/2003
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - CRUISE CONTROL
1542311/01/2001630444Exhibiting rough idle, or rough idle upon initial start-up that clears up after a few minutes. *tt04/17/2002
1504106/01/2001622829Some vehicles equipped with 4.0l engine may exhibit a rough idle condition. *tt10/23/2001
1510407/01/2001621118Some vehicles may exhibit a rough idle or rough idle after initial start-up that clears up after a few minutes. *tt09/07/2001
1510307/01/2001621116Some vehicles may exhibit a rough idle or rought idle after initial start-up that clears up after a few minutes. *tt09/07/2001

Investigations


NHTSA IDManufacturerDate openDate closeSubjectRecall campaign
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
PE05037FORD MOTOR COMPANY07/07/200511/02/2005STUCK ENGINE THROTTLE
 On july 7, 2005, the office of defects investigation (odi) opened a preliminary evaluation to investigate alleged stuck throttle complaints in certain model year (my) 2002 ford explorer and mercury mountaineer vehicles equipped with the standard available 4.0l sohc v6 engine.at that time, odi was aware of 15 complaints that alleged stuck engine throttle causing unwanted vehicle acceleration and 1 alleged crash as a result.six complainants reported that throttle control cable replacement remedied the alleged stuck throttle condition.additionally, odi was aware of a technical service bulletin issued by the manufacturer that referred to an accelerator cable design change.odi sent a letter to the manufacturer on july 18, 2005 requesting certain information about these vehicles. according to ford, approximately 234,092 subject vehicles built from august 14, 2000 (
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - ACCELERATOR PEDAL
PE05037FORD MOTOR COMPANY07/07/200511/02/2005STUCK ENGINE THROTTLE
 On july 7, 2005, the office of defects investigation (odi) opened a preliminary evaluation to investigate alleged stuck throttle complaints in certain model year (my) 2002 ford explorer and mercury mountaineer vehicles equipped with the standard available 4.0l sohc v6 engine.at that time, odi was aware of 15 complaints that alleged stuck engine throttle causing unwanted vehicle acceleration and 1 alleged crash as a result.six complainants reported that throttle control cable replacement remedied the alleged stuck throttle condition.additionally, odi was aware of a technical service bulletin issued by the manufacturer that referred to an accelerator cable design change.odi sent a letter to the manufacturer on july 18, 2005 requesting certain information about these vehicles. according to ford, approximately 234,092 subject vehicles built from august 14, 2000 (
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - CABLES
PE05037FORD MOTOR COMPANY07/07/200511/02/2005STUCK ENGINE THROTTLE
 On july 7, 2005, the office of defects investigation (odi) opened a preliminary evaluation to investigate alleged stuck throttle complaints in certain model year (my) 2002 ford explorer and mercury mountaineer vehicles equipped with the standard available 4.0l sohc v6 engine.at that time, odi was aware of 15 complaints that alleged stuck engine throttle causing unwanted vehicle acceleration and 1 alleged crash as a result.six complainants reported that throttle control cable replacement remedied the alleged stuck throttle condition.additionally, odi was aware of a technical service bulletin issued by the manufacturer that referred to an accelerator cable design change.odi sent a letter to the manufacturer on july 18, 2005 requesting certain information about these vehicles. according to ford, approximately 234,092 subject vehicles built from august 14, 2000 (

Consumer Complaints


Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
06/22/20081
 2002 mercury mountaineer. consumer states vehicle caught fire under the hood *tgw the consumer believed the reason for the vehicle catching on fire was due to a faulty starter. the consumer also mailed in a recall letter regarding the speed control deactivation switch. *jb
06/01/2010900001
 I own a 2002 mercury mountaineer. the tailgate developed a crack between the emblem and the rear glass lift. it was fixed once already and has since cracked again. since this crack has developed, the door ajar light has come on. i have noticed the same crack in almost every ford explorer and mountaineer that i see. i contacted the dealer to have it repaired again and was told that they only cover the repair once. i don't feel i should have to pay out of pocket for an obvious manufacturing defect. i then contacted ford and was told there is nothing they can do for me. keep in mind, i have also had numerous visits for my transmission having issues from the beginning and i have also had issues with the cruise control where it suddenly takes off and goes really fast. ford needs to stand by it's vehicles and fix them when there are obvious manufacturer defects! *tr
10/23/20071
 2002 mercury mountaineer with sudden acceleration problems. state farm insurance would like to know if someone wanted to look at the vehicle before repairs were made. *kb the consumer hit a homeowners garage. *jb
10/12/200567000108/08/2004
 My wife was pulling into a parking space when the vehicle surged forward resulting in a crash with a metal hand rail and two air conditioning units. no definitive cause has been established except. a witness says she heard an engine rev up just prior to the crash. *jb
08/05/2005350001504/09/2002
 Vehicle has sudden speed while trying to brake. *jb
03/27/200520000107/01/2002
 While reversing in low speed, the vehicle inadvertently accelerated into a pole. the dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. *ak the consumer experienced sudden acceleration. the consumer believed that the pedal stuck. the transmission pan was removed and then re-sealed. the main control valve body was removed and repaired. *sc *jb
04/13/20021
 Consumer states while attempting to park the vehicle suddenly took off for no reason. consumer states vehicle hit a light pole. nlm
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - ACCELERATOR PEDAL
06/24/20061
 While driving the entire accelerator assembly fell off onto the floor. this occurred on interstate. *nm
11/30/2004100209/30/2004
 Dt: about two years ago owner purchased the vehicle 2002 mercury mountaineer. right away owner complained of acceleration problem. while driving on the road vehicle felt like it was shifting when it accelerated. vehicle usually did this about 25-30 mph or even higher speeds. the rpms would raise and increase speed. it felt like a transmission problem because it would accelerate, and raise the rpms without warning. there were no lights to indicate a problem. the first time the vehicle was taken to the dealer they didn't know what the problem was. the dealership was cooperative. the dealer replaced about half the transmission because they were thinking that it was a transmission problem. the problem has remained about the same and was still going on. when it accelerated by itself it sped up about 5-10 mph. the rpms went up by about 1000. owner would like to make the office of defect investigation investigators aware that he would like to have someone come and check out the vehicle, and even take the vehicle away for further analysis if they would like to. he another vehicle to drive, and insisted about getting the problem with the accelerator repaired.*ak
02/18/20051503/10/2004
 When the vehicle in put into drive from park, the vehicle jumps forward even though the gas has not been applied. the problem was reported to the dealer who stated they reprogrammed the vehicle computer.
06/10/200437667111/28/2001
 While driving on a neighborhood road the entire accelerator assembly fell of onto the floor. i found no evidence of the nuts used to affix the assembly to the fire wall. had this occurred on interstate driving or in heavy city traffic an accident could happen. *ak
06/11/20031
 The front end dash has a very loud rattle while letting up on the gas or depressing the brake the vehicle has been in the shop five times. they have readjusted the a/c lines many times, tightened items in the engine, and replaced a missing bolt in the firewall. it was fixed once that last a couple of months, but the noise is back. it will be going in the shop for the sixth time. also, there is a squeak when going over bumps. it has been in the shop twice and they replaced the ball bearing joints. however, the squeak is back.*ak
01/21/2003
 Consumer states vehicle suffered sudden acceleration when shifted from park into drive, vehicle collides with light pole damaging the front of the vehicle. and neither of the air bags deploy. dealer has been notified. please provide further information. ts
07/10/2001
 When brakes are applied and making a sudden stop vehicle idles in neutral. then, jumps into drive. when gas pedal is depressed vehicle will not respond. dealer has been contacted. please provide further details.*ak
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - CRUISE CONTROL
07/16/2001107/01/2001
 Service bulletin 14966 states do not replace any parts in an effort to repair the vehicle - vehicle has been idle at office since returned from dealer on july 24,2001 - ford motor continues to sell this vehicle with the same problem - ford regional service mamager contacted me on two occasions and was to get back by august 7, 2001 but has not done so. the vehicle has been parked as i feel that where a drive train is involved, it could be dangerous - i have asked that the vehicle be replace as it has been out of service for 21 days.*ak