Large Recall NHTSA · 99V194000 Reported July 20, 1999

Ford/throttle cable

Ford Motor Company · N/A · 159,565 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
99V194000
Manufacturer Campaign
99S19
Manufacturer
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
159,565
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
July 20, 1999

Defect Summary

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the accelerator cable may have been manufactured with a burr on or near the end of the cable sleeve interior. this burr could fray the core wire resulting in the accelerator not returning to idle when the accelerator is released.

Safety Consequence

This condition can result in the throttle sticking, binding, or causing high engine rpm.

Corrective Action

Dealers will install a revised accelerator cable that has a flared conduit sleeve end and molded on end fitting.

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 99V194000 or campaign 99S19.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 99V194000

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

What is recall 99V194000?

NHTSA recall 99V194000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on July 20, 1999. It addresses: Ford/throttle cable. The recall affects approximately 159,565 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 99V194000 or the manufacturer campaign number 99S19. 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.