The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with speed control and automatic transmission. A speed control cable could have a core wire that is long enough to catch on the sleeve at the throttle body end of the cable during wide-open throttle acceleration.
The risk
A throttle that does not return to idle could result in reduced vehicle control and, potentially, a vehicle crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect these vehicles and, if necessary, replace the speed control cable. Owner notification began October 12, 2000. 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.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 00V-302 (00V302000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 00S30 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Component | Vehicle speed control › Cables |
| Report date | October 12, 2000 |
| Owners notified | October 12, 2000 |
| Vehicles affected | 28,800 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the speed control & acceleration
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 00V-302 repair free?
Yes. Ford dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect these vehicles and, if necessary, replace the speed control cable. Owner notification began October 12, 2000. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within…
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 28,800 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.