Recall 04V574000: Throttle Cable Replacement

MAKE/MODELS: MODEL/BUILD YEARS:

Ford/Escape 2002-2004

MANUFACTURER: Ford Motor Company

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 04V574000 Recall Date: Dec 06, 2004

COMPONENT: Vehicle Speed Control: Cables

POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED: 470245

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

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

REMEDY:
Dealers will replace the accelerator cable. The recall is expected to begin on January 17, 2005. Owners should contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332.

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).