Recall 05V-388: 1994–1996 Ford Bronco, 1997–2002 Ford Expedition and 4 more
FORD MOTOR COMPANY recall for vehicle speed control, reported to NHTSA on Sep 7, 2005, covering about 4,500,000 vehicles.
The problem
On certain pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles equipped with speed control, the speed control deactivation switch may overheat, smoke, or burn.
The risk
A fire at the switch could occur.
The fix
By letter dated september 12, 2005, owners were instructed to return their vehicles to their dealers to have the speed control deactivation switch disconnected. Owners who have had their speed control deactivated are being notified that parts will be available and advised to make an appointment to reconnect the speed control beginning in february 2006. Owners who did not have their speed control deactivated are being notified to have their system remedied beginning in february 2006. Owners are urged to avail themselves of the free disconnect service as soon as possible because of the significant risk of fire. Owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673. (Note: also see recalls 05v017 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 |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 05V388000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Ford Bronco | 1994, 1995, 1996 | All years |
| Ford Expedition | 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002 | All years |
| Ford F-150 | 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002 | All years |
| Ford F-250 | 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999 | All years |
| Lincoln Blackwood | 2002 | All years |
| Lincoln Navigator | 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002 | 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-388?
On certain pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles equipped with speed control, the speed control deactivation switch may overheat, smoke, or burn.
How is recall 05V-388 fixed?
By letter dated september 12, 2005, owners were instructed to return their vehicles to their dealers to have the speed control deactivation switch disconnected. Owners who have had their speed control deactivated are being notified that parts will be available and advised to make an appointment to reconnect the speed control beginning in february 2006. Owners who did not have their speed control deactivated are being notified to have their system remedied beginning in february 2006. Owners are urged to avail themselves of the free disconnect service as soon as possible because of the significant risk of fire. Owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673. (Note: also see recalls 05v017 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.