1989 MERCEDES BENZ 300 Recall

Campaign:

93V095000 on 05/26/1993

Component:

Vehicle speed control

Manufactured:

02/28/1987 - 09/30/1991

Affected:

128,000

Defect:

Due to heat effects, the throttle bushing located on the accelerator control cable, can fatigue and break, causing the throttle linkage to separate.

Consequence:

If the throttle linkage separates, the engine will returnto idle speed, and remain at idle, with no acceleration ability. loss of enginespeed without prior warning could lead to loss of vehicle control and anaccident.

Correction:

Replace the throttle bushing with a new bushing made from more heat-resistant materials.

Notes:

System: fuel system; throttle linkages.vehicle description: passenger cars.

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