THE HOOK SIZE OF THE THROTTLE RETURN SPRING IS TOO SMALL RESULTING IN A TIGHT FIT AROUND THE ANCHOR NUT
— Recall Campaign #91V177000
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.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 420 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
91V177000
| Manufacturer: | FREIGHTLINER LLC |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | October 15, 1991 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 91V177000 |
| Units affected: | 420 |
- Description:
- 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.
- Consequeces:
- 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.
- Notes:
- SYSTEM: THROTTLE RETURN SPRINGS.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: HEAVY TRUCKS WITH CUMMINS B SERIES ENGINES.