Recall 05V-017: 2000 Ford Expedition, 2000 Ford F-150 and 2 more
FORD MOTOR COMPANY recall for vehicle speed control, reported to NHTSA on Jan 27, 2005, covering about 738,490 vehicles.
The problem
On certain sport utility vehicles and pickup trucks, the speed control deactivation switch may overheat, smoke, or burn.
The risk
This condition could lead to a fire. Fires have occurred while the vehicles were parked with the ignition 'off.'
The fix
As an interim repair, owners will be instructed to return their vehicles to their dealers to have the speed control deactivation switch disconnected. As soon as replacement parts are available (Early april 2005), owners will be instructed to return to the dealers for installation of a new switch free of charge. Owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673. (Note: also see recalls 05v388 and 06v286)
Notes
Ford recall no. 05s28.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | FORD MOTOR COMPANY |
|---|---|
| Component | Vehicle Speed Control › Cruise Control |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 05V017000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Ford Expedition | 2000 | All years |
| Ford F-150 | 2000 | All years |
| Ford Supercrew | 2001 | All years |
| Lincoln Navigator | 2000 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 05V-017?
On certain sport utility vehicles and pickup trucks, the speed control deactivation switch may overheat, smoke, or burn.
How is recall 05V-017 fixed?
As an interim repair, owners will be instructed to return their vehicles to their dealers to have the speed control deactivation switch disconnected. As soon as replacement parts are available (Early april 2005), owners will be instructed to return to the dealers for installation of a new switch free of charge. Owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673. (Note: also see recalls 05v388 and 06v286)
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.