Recall 00V-425: 1997 Ford Aerostar

FORD MOTOR COMPANY recall for vehicle speed control, reported to NHTSA on Dec 26, 2000, covering about 36,500 vehicles.

NHTSA number
00V-425
Report date
Dec 26, 2000
Vehicles affected
36,500
Owners notified
Feb 23, 2001

The problem

Vehicle description: minivans equipped with 3.0l engines. An accelerator cable was kinked during installation, causing the core wires to eventually fray.

The risk

This could increase the friction in the cable, causing the throttle to be slow to return to idle. This condition could result in a stuck throttle.

The fix

Dealers will install a new accelerator cable.

Notes

Owner notification began february 23, 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

ManufacturerFORD MOTOR COMPANY
ComponentVehicle Speed Control › Cables
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number00V425000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Ford Aerostar1997All years

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-425?

Vehicle description: minivans equipped with 3.0l engines. An accelerator cable was kinked during installation, causing the core wires to eventually fray.

How is recall 00V-425 fixed?

Dealers will install a new accelerator cable.

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.