Mitsubishi Manufacturing Amer | NHTSA Recall #83V057000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 83V057000 by Mitsubishi Manufacturing Amer. Includes 7,799 affected units, FUEL:THROTTLE LINKAGES AND CONTROL, component: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Snap pin could interfere with the throttle mechanism. If the accelerator pedal is heavily depressed, the throttle could become stuck in the open position. Normally, when accelerator pedal is released, throttle closes and vehicle speed decreases.

Corrective Action

Metal will be removed from the choke housing cover to provide clearance for the throttle lever assembly. In addition, the clevis snap pin will be repositioned and a recall identification sticker will be installed if found necessary.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 83V057000

Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Manufacturing Amer

Report Received Date: 1983-05-23T00:00:00

Subject: Fuel:throttle linkages and control

Component: Vehicle Speed Control

Potentially Affected Units: 7,799

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Snap pin could interfere with the throttle mechanism. If the accelerator pedal is heavily depressed, the throttle could become stuck in the open position. Normally, when accelerator pedal is released, throttle closes and vehicle speed decreases.

Consequence Summary: N/A

Corrective Action: Metal will be removed from the choke housing cover to provide clearance for the throttle lever assembly. In addition, the clevis snap pin will be repositioned and a recall identification sticker will be installed if found necessary.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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SID: row-ezj6_jkth.dwew

NHTSA ID: 83V057000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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