1979 AUTOCAR KS SERIES Recall

Campaign:

80V002000 on 03/05/1980

Component:

Vehicle speed control:springs

Manufactured:

07/31/1979 - 09/30/1979

Affected:

20

Defect:

On some vehicles, the accelerator return spring bracket was improperly positioned. this may delay the return of the throttle to the idle position or prevent it from returning altogether. the improper positioning constitutes a non-compliance with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 124, "accelerator control systems".

Correction:

Dealer will check position of the accelerator return spring bracket on all involved vehicles. the bracket will be repositioned and return springs will be replaced, if necessary, free of charge.

Notes:

Vehicle description: trucks equipped with detroit diesel engines and donaldsonair cleaners.system: fuel; accelerator return springs.consequences of defect: if throttle does not return to its idle position,vehicle speed will not decrease even after the accelerator pedal has beenreleased. loss of vehicle control and an accident could occur.

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