NHTSA Recall History

Williams Controls, Inc. Safety Recalls

Every NHTSA-recorded safety recall issued by Williams Controls, Inc. — searchable by year, component, and severity. Data sourced daily from the U.S. Department of Transportation.

3
Total Recalls
50,073
Vehicles Affected
Potentially
2
Years Reported
0
Do Not Drive
Critical alerts

Williams Controls, Inc. has issued 3 NHTSA-tracked safety recalls spanning 2 years (from 1990 to 2001), affecting an estimated 50,073 vehicles. The most-recalled components are Vehicle Speed Control. Repairs for active recalls are free at any authorized Williams Controls, Inc. dealer — there is no time limit on safety recalls.

Defect Categories

Most-recalled components

The vehicle systems behind most Williams Controls, Inc. safety recalls.

Vehicle Speed Control 3 recalls
Recall History

Williams Controls, Inc. recalls by year

Browse 3 recalls across 2 years. Most recent first.

2001 1 recall

Recall 01E054000
Williams Controls, Inc.
Williams controls/electronic throttle control
Vehicle Speed Control · 16,223 affected · Oct 19, 2001

1990 2 recalls

Recall 90E034000
Williams Controls, Inc.
Fuel:throttle linkages and control:pedal
Vehicle Speed Control · 3,850 affected · Sep 25, 1990
Recall 90E010000
Williams Controls, Inc.
Fuel:throttle linkages and control:pedal
Vehicle Speed Control · 30,000 affected · May 1, 1990

Williams Controls, Inc. Recall FAQ

Common questions about Williams Controls, Inc. safety recalls, owner rights, and how to use this tracker.

How many recalls has Williams Controls, Inc. issued?

Williams Controls, Inc. has issued 3 NHTSA-tracked recalls covering approximately 50,073 vehicles since 1990. The most recent recall was reported 2001-10-19.

How do I check if my Williams Controls, Inc. vehicle is under recall?

Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's lookup tool will list every active recall tied to your specific vehicle, including ones from Williams Controls, Inc. and any sub-brand or component supplier.

Are Williams Controls, Inc. recall repairs free?

Yes. Under federal law (49 U.S.C. § 30120), manufacturers including Williams Controls, Inc. must remedy safety defects at no cost to the owner. Bring the recall notice or NHTSA recall ID to any authorized Williams Controls, Inc. dealer and the repair (or replacement, or refund) is free.

Which Williams Controls, Inc. components are most commonly recalled?

The top recalled components for Williams Controls, Inc. are: Vehicle Speed Control (3). Recalls in these categories tend to drive the most repair-campaign volume.

Where does this Williams Controls, Inc. recall data come from?

All data on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation's public recall dataset (NHTSA), refreshed daily. Last update: 2026-05-22. This site is independent and not affiliated with Williams Controls, Inc..