The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. A dash insulator retainer clip was not fully assembled to the accelerator cable dash fitting. The clip can disengage from the accelerator cable and fall into the accelerator pedal arm pivot area.
The risk
If this condition occurs, the engine May not fully return to idle. Also, the insulator May not stay in the intended location and could interfere with the accelerator cable.
The fix
Dealers will inspect these vehicles to ensure proper installation of the accelerator cable clip, and re-install if needed.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 98V-204 (98V204000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Component | Vehicle speed control |
| Report date | September 1, 1998 |
| Owners notified | September 21, 1998 |
| Vehicles affected | 6,000 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the speed control & acceleration
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 98V-204 repair free?
Yes. Ford dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect these vehicles to ensure proper installation of the accelerator cable clip, and re-install if needed.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 6,000 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.