Issue ID | 345251 |
Internal NHTSA # | 758830 |
Manufacurer | FORD MOTOR COMPANY |
Brand | FORD |
Model | F-150 |
Model Year | 2001 |
File date | 01/03/02 |
Component | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | While driving on the freeway at 60 mph the truck began acclerating on its own. Applying the brakes did not solve problem. Exited freeway on a ramp and applied brakes to the floor. Had to shut off ignition to stop the vehicle. Attempted to restart the truck but it was over revving and smoking out the exhaust. Shut it down and needed a tow.*ak |
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Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | WACONIA, MN |
VIN pattern | 2FTRX18LX1CXXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
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Was part original equipment? | |
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Date of purchase | 01/10/01 |
Was original owner? | Y |
Anti-lock brakes | Y |
Cruise control | Y |
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Drive train type | 4WD |
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Vehicle speed | 60 |
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