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.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 99V-265 (99V265000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 99S27 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Component | Vehicle speed control |
| Report date | September 20, 1999 |
| Owners notified | October 11, 1999 |
| Vehicles affected | 10,537 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the speed control & acceleration
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 99V-265 repair free?
Yes. Ford dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the accelerator cable and throttle body.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 10,537 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.