Freightliner Llc | NHTSA Recall #91V177000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 91V177000 by Freightliner Llc. Includes 420 affected units, FUEL:THROTTLE LINKAGES AND CONTROL RETURN SPRING, component: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

The hook size of the throttle return spring is too small resulting in a tight fit around the anchor nut, causing the throttle return spring to break prematurely.

Corrective Action

Install throttle return springs with larger hooks.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 91V177000

Manufacturer: Freightliner Llc

Report Received Date: 1991-10-15T00:00:00

Subject: Fuel:throttle linkages and control return spring

Component: Vehicle Speed Control

Potentially Affected Units: 420

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: The hook size of the throttle return spring is too small resulting in a tight fit around the anchor nut, causing the throttle return spring to break prematurely.

Consequence Summary: If the throttle spring breaks, the engine will return to idle speed, which may cause a highway hazard and result in a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action: Install throttle return springs with larger hooks.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-u584_4a33-s2i4

NHTSA ID: 91V177000

Position: N/A

Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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