NHTSA Recall 00V425000: Cables (vehicle speed control)
FORD MOTOR COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 36,500 vehicles. It affects 1997 Ford Aerostar.
| NHTSA campaign | 00V425000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 00S56 |
| Component | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL › CABLES |
| Report received | December 26, 2000 |
| Owner notification | February 23, 2001 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: minivans equipped with 3.0l engines. An accelerator cable was kinked during installation, causing the core wires to eventually fray.
Safety risk
This could increase the friction in the cable, causing the throttle to be slow to return to idle. This condition could result in a stuck throttle.
Remedy
Dealers will install a new accelerator cable.
Notes
Owner notification began february 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 00V425000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Ford Aerostar | 1997 |
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.