Recall 99V-265: 1999–2000 Ford F Super Duty

FORD MOTOR COMPANY recall for vehicle speed control, reported to NHTSA on Sep 20, 1999, covering about 10,537 vehicles.

NHTSA number
99V-265
Report date
Sep 20, 1999
Vehicles affected
10,537
Owners notified
Oct 11, 1999

The problem

Vehicle description: super duty trucks and chassis-cabs equipped with 5.4l manual transmission powertrains. The accelerator cable core wire can wear the cable conduit end fitting due to a fifteen degree angle it makes with the conduit at the throttle body end. This could also lead to wear or separation of strands of the core wire, which could prevent the throttle from returning to the idle position.

The risk

A "stuck" throttle could adversely affect vehicle control.

The fix

Dealers will replace the accelerator cable and throttle body.

Notes

Owner notification began october 11, 1999.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
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number99V265000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Ford F Super Duty1999, 2000All 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 99V-265?

Vehicle description: super duty trucks and chassis-cabs equipped with 5.4l manual transmission powertrains. The accelerator cable core wire can wear the cable conduit end fitting due to a fifteen degree angle it makes with the conduit at the throttle body end. This could also lead to wear or separation of strands of the core wire, which could prevent the throttle from returning to the idle position.

How is recall 99V-265 fixed?

Dealers will replace the accelerator cable and throttle body.

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.