NHTSA Recall 02V117000: Cruise control (vehicle speed control)
FORD MOTOR COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 534 vehicles. It affects 2002 Ford Focus SVT.
| NHTSA campaign | 02V117000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 02S37 |
| Component | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL › CRUISE CONTROL |
| Report received | April 18, 2002 |
| Owner notification | April 25, 2002 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain passenger vehicles built with manual transaxles, there is the potential for the speed control cable to hang up at the throttle body bracket during high, wide open throttle operation, preventing the throttle from returning to the closed position when the accelerator is released.
Safety risk
If this condition were to occur, it may be necessary to depress the clutch and apply the brake to bring the vehicle to a stop.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the throttle body and check for proper operation. Owner notification began april 25, 2002. 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 1-866-436-7332.
Notes
Customers can 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 02V117000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Ford Focus SVT | 2002 |
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.