Recall 00V-422: 1997–1998 Ford Explorer, 1997–1998 Mercury Mountaineer
FORD MOTOR COMPANY recall for vehicle speed control, reported to NHTSA on Dec 27, 2000, covering about 220,000 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles equipped with 4.0l sohc engines and still retain the original throttle body (Part numbers 97jf-9e926ab or 97jf-9e926-AC). Some of the original throttle bodies installed allowed a gap between the plate and bore to be built too narrow. This reduced clearance allowed the engine deposits normally present in the throttle body to contact or bridge the gap. If the engine deposits bridged the gap between the throttle plate and bore and then hardened, on the initial application of the accelerator pedal after the engine has cooled, the operator would need to apply additional force to the accelerator pedal to break the bridge.
The risk
This could result in engine surge when the accelerator pedal breaks free.
The fix
Dealers will replace the original throttle bodies.
Notes
Owner notification began march 5, 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.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | FORD MOTOR COMPANY |
|---|---|
| Component | Vehicle Speed Control |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 00V422000 |
Vehicles in this recall
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 00V-422?
Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles equipped with 4.0l sohc engines and still retain the original throttle body (Part numbers 97jf-9e926ab or 97jf-9e926-AC). Some of the original throttle bodies installed allowed a gap between the plate and bore to be built too narrow. This reduced clearance allowed the engine deposits normally present in the throttle body to contact or bridge the gap. If the engine deposits bridged the gap between the throttle plate and bore and then hardened, on the initial application of the accelerator pedal after the engine has cooled, the operator would need to apply additional force to the accelerator pedal to break the bridge.
How is recall 00V-422 fixed?
Dealers will replace the original throttle bodies.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.