Ford Scorpio: Throttle May Not Return To Idle Position

Ford Scorpio Recall Summary Ford is recalling 993 Scorpio vehicles because the throttle may not return to idle when the accelerator pedal is released, due to a tight throttle spindle or speed control cable fouling on the inlet manifold. This recall affects vehicles distributed in the United Kingdom. Ford will replace the speed control cable and, if needed, the throttle body assembly.

Recalling firm
FORD
Product
Vehicles: FORD SCORPIO. Units affected: 993
Reason
As a result of tightness in the throttle spindle and/or fouling of the speed control cable on the inlet manifold the throttle may not return to the idle position when the accelerator pedal is released. Remedy: Recall the affected vehicles and replace the speed control cable with the latest level type and if necessary also replace the throttle body assembly with the latest level type.
Category
vehicle recall
Country
United Kingdom
Agency
UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall date
1995-06-26
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

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