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.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 00V-425 (00V425000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 00S56 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Component | Vehicle speed control › Cables |
| Report date | December 26, 2000 |
| Owners notified | February 23, 2001 |
| Vehicles affected | 36,500 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the speed control & acceleration
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 00V-425 repair free?
Yes. Ford dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will install a new accelerator cable.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 36,500 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.