NHTSA recall 98V204000
Vehicle Speed Control · Ford Motor Company
Details
What's wrong: A dash insulator retainer clip was not fully assembled to the accelerator cable dash fitting. The clip can disengage from the accelerator cable and fall into the accelerator pedal arm pivot area.
Why it matters: If this condition occurs, the engine may not fully return to idle. Also, the insulator may not stay in the intended location and could interfere with the accelerator cable.
The fix: Dealers will inspect these vehicles to ensure proper installation of the accelerator cable clip, and re-install if needed.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
1999 Ford Taurus, 1999 Mercury Sable.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 98V204000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.