Speed Control Cable problems of the 1999 Ford F-250

Three problems related to speed control cable have been reported for the 1999 Ford F-250. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Speed Control Cable problem

Failure Date: 04/09/2013

The contact owns a 1999 Ford F-250. The contact stated that while attempting to merge into traffic with the brakes engaged, the vehicle suddenly accelerated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 135,000. . . . Updated 05/22/13 the consumer stated the battery cable was removed and reinstalled in order to reset the computer. The failure has yet to recur. Updated 06/10/2013.

2 Speed Control Cable problem

Failure Date: 01/23/2003

While driving throttle became stuck, causing vehicle's speed to increase. Problem occurred 5 times during the trip. It was later discovered that the throttle cable guide was worn.

3 Speed Control Cable problem

Consumer received recall 99v062001 concerning speed control cable. Contacted the dealer, no parts were available to correct the recall problem. Please give any further details.


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