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Vehicle recall 94V101000 · May 25, 1994

Ford F-250, F-350 and 1 more model

In a heavily loaded vehicle, while in the cruise control mode, the throttle may not reduce immediately when the load on the engine is decreased (such as when the vehicle crests a…

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary
In a heavily loaded vehicle, while in the cruise control mode, the throttle may not reduce immediately when the load on the engine is decreased (such as when the vehicle crests a hill.) this can result in increased vehicle speed without prior warning.
Consequence
This can result in loss of speed control of the vehicle, and a possible accident.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the electronic engine control module.
Notes
System: electrical systems; ignition; electronic engine control module that includes the cruise control function.vehicle description: pickup trucks and chassis-cabs equipped with direct injection turbo diesel engines and a five-speed manual transmission, and over 8,500 lbs. Gross vehicle rating.note: if the vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time or the remedy does not correct the defect, please contact Ford AT1-800-392-3673. Also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
94V101000
Reported to NHTSA
May 25, 1994
Filed by
FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Owner notification
July 15, 1994
Vehicles potentially affected
900
Initiated by
the manufacturer
Components
Electrical system › Ignition › Module
Recall 94V101000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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