Recall 06V-108: 2003–2004 Ford Mustang

FORD MOTOR COMPANY recall for vehicle speed control, reported to NHTSA on Apr 7, 2006, covering about 19,140 vehicles.

NHTSA number
06V-108
Report date
Apr 7, 2006
Vehicles affected
19,140
Owners notified
Apr 26, 2006

The problem

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 fix

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.

Notes

Ford recall no. 06s43.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

ManufacturerFORD MOTOR COMPANY
ComponentVehicle Speed Control › Accelerator Pedal
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number06V108000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Ford Mustang2003, 2004All 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 06V-108?

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.

How is recall 06V-108 fixed?

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.

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.