NHTSA Recall 07V078000: Vehicle speed control
FORD MOTOR COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 155,584 vehicles. It affects 8 models including the Ford E-550.
| NHTSA campaign | 07V078000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 05S28 |
| Component | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL |
| Report received | March 6, 2007 |
| Owner notification | March 12, 2007 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
On certain trucks equipped with speed control, gasoline or natural gas engines, the speed control deactivation switch may overheat.
Safety risk
Overheating could result in smoke, burn, or an underhood fire.
Remedy
Dealers will install a fused wiring harness into the speed control system free of charge. The recall began on march 12, 2007. Owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673. (note: also see recalls 05v017, 05v388, 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.
Vehicles covered by recall 07V078000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Ford E-550 | 2002, 2003 |
| Ford Excursion | 2003 |
| Ford F-150 | 2003 |
| Ford F-250 SD | 2003 |
| Ford F-350 SD | 2003 |
| Ford F-450 SD | 2003 |
| Ford F-550 SD | 2003 |
| Lincoln Blackwood | 2003 |
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.