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NHTSA recall 04V574000

Vehicle speed control › Cables

Ford Escape

Reported Dec 7, 2004470,245 vehicles affectedFORD MOTOR COMPANYMaker’s number 04S25Built May 30, 2001 – Jan 23, 2004

The defect

On certain sport utility vehicles built with 3.0L V6 engines, the accelerator cable may prevent the throttle from returning to the idle position.

The risk

An unexpected increase in engine idle speed may increase stopping distance and may result in a vehicle crash.

The remedy

Dealers will replace the accelerator cable. the recall began on january 10, 2005. owners should contact ford at 1-866-436-7332.

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Vehicles in this recall

Ford Escape
200220032004

Notes

Ford recall no. 04S25.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).