Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc | NHTSA Recall #86V105000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 86V105000 by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc. Includes 850 affected units, FUEL:FUEL PUMP, component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Defect Summary
The sealant used on rough aluminum governor housing of certain fuel injection pumps could penetrate through the bushing when the engine temperature gets up to operating temperature and gets between the throttle shaft and bushings cause the shaft to bind. consequence of defect: if the shaft binds in the bushing and prevent the throttle shaft from returning to low idle position when accelerator is released, it may cause loss of vehicle control which could result in a vehicle accident.
Corrective Action
Replace throttle shaft bushings in the governor housing.