Contacts
Possibility that vehicles equipped with the speed control option may have thevent solenoid armature bind within the servo assembly because of an undersizebrass eyelet that guides the armature. Should this condition occur, the speedcontrol system will maintain or, if the binding occurs in the accelerator mode,it will increase the speed of the vehicle without prior warning even though thedriver attempts to disengage the system. (Correct by inspecting and replacingwith improved parts).
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Ford, Lincoln, Mercury dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 74V011000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.