Cummins, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #86E002000

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 86E002000 by Cummins, Inc.. Includes 406 affected units, FUEL:THROTTLE LINKAGES:ACCELERATOR:FLEXIBLE, component: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Accelerator control system failed to meet requirements of fmvss 124, which requires that when the throttle linkage fails, the engine speed returns to idle. the secondary throttle lever return spring and mounting bracket were omitted during engine to chassis assembly. consequence of defect: should the main throttle spring break during operation the throttle could remain open resulting in a runaway engine with possible crash.

Corrective Action

Install secondary spring and bracket on all suspected engines.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 86E002000

Manufacturer: Cummins, Inc.

Report Received Date: 1986-01-22T00:00:00

Subject: Fuel:throttle linkages:accelerator:flexible

Component: Vehicle Speed Control

Potentially Affected Units: 406

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Equipment

Defect Summary: Accelerator control system failed to meet requirements of fmvss 124, which requires that when the throttle linkage fails, the engine speed returns to idle. the secondary throttle lever return spring and mounting bracket were omitted during engine to chassis assembly. consequence of defect: should the main throttle spring break during operation the throttle could remain open resulting in a runaway engine with possible crash.

Consequence Summary: N/A

Corrective Action: Install secondary spring and bracket on all suspected engines.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-b448_763e_t5h6

NHTSA ID: 86E002000

Position: N/A

Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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