Investigation EA98018: 1997–1998 Ford F-150

Status

CLOSED

Opened

Aug 31, 1998

Closed

Sep 30, 1999

Model years

1997–1998

Subject

Alleged loss of throttle control

Component: Vehicle speed control › Linkages

Summary

The details of information and data evaluated during this investigation are stated in the engineering analysis closing report, dated september 30, 1999.a safety-related defect trend resulting from interference by the floor mat with proper operation of the throttle in the subject vehicles was not identified during the course of the ea, and the invrestigation has been closed.the closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding that no safety-related defect exists.the agency will continue to monitor future complaints on this issue to identify any increasing trend of occurrence, and reserves the right to take further action if warranted by the circumstances.

An NHTSA investigation looks into whether a safety defect exists. Opening one is not a finding. Outcomes can include a recall, closure without action, or further inquiry.

Model years covered

• 1998 Ford F-1501,381 complaints
• 1997 Ford F-1502,758 complaints