NHTSA recall 06V108000
Vehicle speed control › Accelerator pedal
Ford Mustang
Reported Apr 7, 200619,140 vehicles affectedFORD MOTOR COMPANYMaker’s number 06S43Built Mar 19, 2002 – Apr 1, 2004
The defect
On certain mustang cobra passenger vehicles, the rear surface of the accelerator pedal may come into contact with floor carpeting during heavy throttle application. the unique surface profile of the accelerator pedal may catch in the cutout on the floor carpeting behind the accelerator pedal.
The risk
This could interfere with the pedal's ability to return to an idle position. unexpected, continued throttle application and/or increased stopping distances may occur which could result in a crash.
The remedy
Dealers will install a shield over the cutout in the carpet behind the accelerator pedal. the recall began on april 26, 2006. owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.