Safety Recall NHTSA · 06V108000 Reported April 7, 2006

Accelerator pedal shield

Ford Motor Company · Vehicle Speed Control · 19,140 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
06V108000
Manufacturer Campaign
06S43
Manufacturer
Component
Vehicle Speed Control
Vehicles Affected
19,140
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
April 7, 2006

Defect Summary

On certain mustang cobra passenger vehicles, the rear surface of the accelerator pedal may come into contact with floor carpeting during heavy throttle application. the unique surface profile of the accelerator pedal may catch in the cutout on the floor carpeting behind the accelerator pedal.

Safety Consequence

This could interfere with the pedal's ability to return to an idle position. unexpected, continued throttle application and/or increased stopping distances may occur which could result in a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will install a shield over the cutout in the carpet behind the accelerator pedal. the recall began on april 26, 2006. owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference recall ID 06V108000 or campaign 06S43.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 06V108000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 06V108000?

NHTSA recall 06V108000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on April 7, 2006. It addresses: Accelerator pedal shield. The recall affects approximately 19,140 vehicles, with the defect involving the Vehicle Speed Control component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 06V108000 or the manufacturer campaign number 06S43. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.