NHTSA Recall 00V395000: Power train: control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
FORD MOTOR COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 100,500 vehicles. It affects 1999–2000 Ford Explorer.
| NHTSA campaign | 00V395000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 00S46 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN › AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION › CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM) |
| Report received | November 28, 2000 |
| Owner notification | January 23, 2001 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles equipped with the 3.27 or 3.55 axle ration. The subject vehicles have a powertrain control module that could allow the vehicle to exceed the design intent top speed. At these extreme speeds, the vehicle could be capable of exceeding the speed rating of the tire.
Safety risk
Operating the vehicle above the maximum speed rating could lead to a tire failure which at these speeds could result in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module.
Notes
Owner notification began january 23, 2001.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 00V395000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.