NHTSA Recall 09V399000: Vehicle speed control
FORD MOTOR COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 4,500,000 vehicles. It affects 15 models including the Ford E-150.
| NHTSA campaign | 09V399000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 09S09 |
| Component | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL |
| Report received | October 13, 2009 |
| Owner notification | October 27, 2009 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Ford is recalling model years 1995-2003 windstar, 2000-2003 excursion diesel, 1993-1997 and 1999-2003 f-250 sd through f-550 sd diesel, 1992-2003 e-150 through e-550, 1995-2002 explorer, 1997 and 2002 mercury mountaineer, 1995-1997 and 2001-2003 ranger, and 1994 f53 vehicles equipped with the texas instruments speed control deactivation switch (scds). The scds may leak internally and then overheat, smoke, or burn.
Safety risk
A vehicle fire could occur with or without the engine running.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners that dealers will install a fused wiring harness in line with the scds. On 1999-2003 windstar vehicles with a leaking scds, dealers will also inspect the ABS control module connector and repair as necessary. Repairs will be completed free of charge. The safety recall began on october 27, 2009. Owners may contact ford at 1-888-222-2751.
Notes
Ford's recall campaign number is 09s09.owners 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 09V399000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Ford E-150 | 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003 |
| Ford E-250 | 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003 |
| Ford E-350 | 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003 |
| Ford E-450 | 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003 |
| Ford E-550 | 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003 |
| Ford Excursion | 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003 |
| Ford Explorer | 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002 |
| Ford F-250 SD | 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003 |
| Ford F-350 SD | 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003 |
| Ford F-450 SD | 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003 |
| Ford F-550 SD | 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003 |
| Ford F53 | 1994 |
| Ford Ranger | 1995, 1996, 1997, 2001, 2002, 2003 |
| Ford Windstar | 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003 |
| Mercury Mountaineer | 1997, 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.