Accelerator Pedal problems of the 1998 Ford Explorer - part 1

Tl the contact owns a 1998 Ford Explorer. While the vehicle was in operation, the accelerator pedal became detached. The contact activated the hazard lights and drove home with caution. The dealer (phil long Ford at chapel hills, 1565 auto mall loop, colorado springs, CO 80920, (719) 387-1099) was notified, but could not diagnose the cause of the failure. The dealer and manufacturer indicated that there was no recall to provide a remedy. The contact was uncertain that if the part were replaced, the failure would recur. The failure mileage was not available.

The contact owns a 1998 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while driving approximately 10 mph, the accelerator pedal broke off from the floorboard. The vehicle was not inspected or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure and current mileages were 140,000. Updated 03/15/lj updated 05/13/11.

The contact owns a 1998 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25 mph and making a turn, the accelerator pedal separated from the firewall; the vehicle was unable to be driven after the failure. The vehicle was inspected by an independent mechanic who informed her that she needed to replace the accelerator pedal bracket. The vehicle had not been repaired for the accelerator pedal bracket. The failure mileage was unknown.

While attempting to back of a parking space, accelerator pedal was dangling from underneath the console completely unattached from the car. Vehicle had just been picked up from the Ford dealership for other repairs. Called Ford who came and diagnosed the vehicle, took it back to their shop, made repairs and brought SUV back to me at no charge.

The contact owns a 1998 Ford Explorer. While driving approximately 45 mph on normal road conditions, the accelerator pedal detached without warning. Immediately, the contact was able to pull over to the side of the road to inspect the failure. The driver temporarily repaired the accelerator pedal and continued to cautiously drive the vehicle. The driver believes that the failure was a life-threatening situation. The vehicle was taken to the authorized dealer for inspection and repaired. The failure and current mileages were 140,000.

The contact owns a 1998 Ford Explorer. While driving approximately 45 mph on normal road conditions, the accelerator pedal disengaged without warning. Immediately, the vehicle was pulled over to the side of the road. The driver temporarily repaired the accelerator pedal and the vehicle resumed normal operation. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for inspection and they repaired the accelerator pedal. The manufacturer has been notified of the malfunction. The failure and current mileages were 140,000.

My accelerator pedal bracket separated from the firewall, causing lack of throttle control. This bracket is spot welded, and Ford has a TSB regarding this item failure. I think this should be a recall.

Loss of acceleration while traveling through an intersection due to the accelerator pedal bracket spot weld failure. Minor child was driving auto when the accelerator pedal fell over to its side. No power. Luckily was able to coast through intersection without being hit. My inspection revealed all three spot welds had failed. Further, the middle weld of the three was only about 1mm in diameter with the outermost two yielding a nugget size of approx. 5mm. The bracket spot welds failed due to the firewall sheet metal fatigue. The firewall sheetmetal completely pulled loose leaving three holes where the spot welds were. This area of workmanship is of concern to me as it endangered the lives of my children due to the vehicle loosing power in the middle of a busy intersection. The failure was reported to a customer service rep with Ford but the only response I received was that I would be responsible for any repairs since the auto was out of the warranty period. Cost was not my concern, giving notice of what is clearly a safety matter was my concern. I was informed that no current bulletins or recalls existed for the described problem. I feel there should be. These welds should never fail. My background? I am a welding specialist for a major automotive manufacturer in the u. S. I do have supporting photos of the failed spot welds.

The contact's son owns a 1998 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that the accelerator pedal detached from the frame of the vehicle while his son was driving 30 mph. His son was able to safely stop the vehicle and had it towed to a Ford dealer. The dealer stated that the accelerator pedal bracket detached from the dash pane area. The contact would have to pay $634 to have the vehicle repaired. The dealer would have to re-weld the engine panel. The purchase date was unknown. The current and failure mileages were 80,000.

The contact owns a 1998 Ford Explorer. While driving 15 mph, the accelerator pedal fell off. Prior to the failure, the contact noticed that the pedal felt loose and then completely detached while pulling into a repair shop. The failure caused unexpected acceleration and the vehicle crashed into a wall, causing damage to the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. The current and failure mileages were 116,000. Updated 03-04-08.

The contact owns a 1998 Ford Explorer. While driving 45 mph, the accelerator pedal detached from the panel. The vehicle suddenly decelerated. A police officer pushed the vehicle to the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The current and failure mileages were 107,000.

1998 Ford Explorer. The consumer stated while driving the gas pedal fell off including the mounted metal. The vehicle was not inspected to see why this occurred. The consumer's father fixed the vehicle. The problem has not been reported to Ford. There were no prior problems with the pedal. This happened on August 24, 2005. This problem did not cause a crash.

Gas pedal fell off without warning. Dealer and manufacturer had not been contacted yet.

The accelerator pedal separated from the floor on my Explorer. The car would only idle. I was able to pull over. I re-bolted the bracket to the floor after visiting the dealer. It appears two spot welds broke.

The consumerthat the accelerator pedal came off of the fire wall, when he attempted to accelerate. The bracket came off. Provide further details.

The accelerator pedal bracket suddenly broke as a result of flimsy craftsmanship. The metal bracket is attached to the metal body of the vehicle by 3 thin pegs (they snapped at the base of the bracket) and glue! (it's obvious it's the faulty manufacture's work, and never messed with previously. ) this defect could potentially cause you to be stranded (no acceleration) possibly on the highway making it a dangerous situation. I experienced loss of control with the acceleration and a sudden acceleration which nearly caused a crash. I'm attempting to consult with galpin Ford of van nuys, CA currently to repair the problem, but am experiencing lack of communication. 1998 Ford Explorer-eddie bauer v-6 sohc(?) vehicle wall accelerator pedal bracket. ! ___/ ! ---! ! ---! * ! ---!___.

While driving 50 mph accelerator pedal fell off. As a result, consumer lost control of the vehicle. No impact reported.

While driving at about 40 mph, the accelerator pedal detached from the floor. It looks like the spot welds broke. I managed to coast the card to a save stop but this could have have caused an accident in a different location.

My 1998 Ford Explorer ltd's gas pedal assembly separated from the vehicle's firewall. This almost caused accidents, and endangered our family. This $39,000 vehicle I purchased based on its safety and ratings has proven otherwise, as this is the most recent in this vehicle's faliures.

While driving at 40 mph gas pedal disconnected from the floor. Consumer coasted to the shoulder to assess the problem. Vehicle was able to make it to a friend's house. Aaa was called to evaluate the problem, and found that the weld connection from the pedal to the floor broke.

While driving at 30mph on a busy road suddenly accelerator pedal went down to the floor . Dealer found that pedal mountain attachment was broken.

Well driving my 1998 Ford Explorer gas pedal completely fell off the firewall/floorboard. The two spot wields broke nearly, causing vehicle to crash. I was able to safely moving my vehicle to the side of the road, but was almost rear-ended by a big rig.

While driving the accelerator pedal fell off and caused the vehicle decelerate rapidly. The vehicle was taken to the dealer but they could not determine why the pedal fell of but were able to fix the pedal.

While driving the vehicle at 65 mph the gas pedal weld broke. The dealer was notified but told the consumer that there was nothing they could do. Please provide any additional information.

While driving on the freeway gas pedal suddenly fell to the floor. Took vehicle to dealer, dealer stated that bracket holding gas pedal back to firewall needed rewelding. Please provide any further information.

The 3 spot welds that hold the accelerator bracket point gave way completely while going uphill on wolf creek pass. I. E. There was no way to push on the gas. Luckily I was able to pull over to the side of the pass. Had to fix using big lag bolts in the existing holes in the firewall and bracket holding accelerator. Big safety issue.

Accelerator pedal broke while driving. Dealer and the manufacturer were notified. Feel free to provide any further information.

Gas pedal broke away from frame while driving on the freeway and went under the brake pedal.

While consumer was driving vehicle and trying to slowdown gas pedal got stuck, and the vehicle accelerated. It usually happens at 30 mph and up. Has not contacted dealer.

Consumer was traveling about 50mph on highway and was changing lanes, and it felt like it was going to cut off. Happened to look down, and saw gas pedal detached from floor. It was holding on by a wire. Dealership was aware of problem.

After consumer had recall 00v422000 repairs done throttle was still experiencing the same problem. Gas pedal will stick while driving, and she has to keep pushing to keep pedal from sticking in one position. Please provide any additional information/attachments.

Yesterday (2/24/01) I noticed that the accelerator was not responding. At first I thought that maybe I was having trouble with the fuel injector. Today, I went to go on an errand and the gas pedal/w bracket fell off the firewall. I cannot find the bolt(s) which fastens it to the firewall. This could have resulted in a major accident had I gotten onto the freeway!.

Throttle gets stuck, and vehicle doesn't move. Dealer could only tell consumer that throttle needs parts.

While driving about 30 mph consumer noticed gas pedal sticking. Pressed a bit harder to get it to release, and vehicle started spinning, resulting in a crash. Damage to vehicle unknown.

While driving on road engine will lose power. Each time when stepping on gas pedal vehicle will not go. Vehicle had been recalled for this problem. But consumer had never taken care of defect.