The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The accelerator cable May have been manufactured with a burr on or near the end of the cable sleeve interior. This burr could fray the core wire resulting in the accelerator not returning to idle when the accelerator is released.
The risk
This condition can result in the throttle sticking, binding, or causing high engine RPM.
The fix
Dealers will install a revised accelerator cable that has a flared conduit sleeve end and molded on end fitting.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 99V-194 (99V194000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 99S19 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Component | Vehicle speed control |
| Report date | July 20, 1999 |
| Owners notified | August 17, 1999 |
| Vehicles affected | 159,565 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the speed control & acceleration
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 99V-194 repair free?
Yes. Ford dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will install a revised accelerator cable that has a flared conduit sleeve end and molded on end fitting.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 159,565 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.