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Recalls

Engine

Recall date December 8, 2004
Models affected
  • 2002 Ford Escape
  • 2003 Ford Escape
  • 2004 Ford Escape
Units affected 38,034
Details

On certain vehicles equipped with 3.0L V6 engines, the accelerator cable's inner liner may, over time, migrate out of the conduit at the dash panel fitting during vehicle operation.

The liner may migrate to the point that it contacts the accelerator pedal arm.

Under these conditions the liner may prevent the pedal from fully returning, which may not allow the throttle body to fully return to the "idle" position.

Typically the condition results in a progressive increase in the "idle" speed if liner migration continues over time, but may cause a more sudden increase if a greater portion of the cable moves at one time.

An unexpected increase in "idle" speed may result in longer than expected stopping distances, which could potentially lead to a crash.

Correction: Dealers will replace the accelerator cable.

Additional information may be available on Transport Canada's website