NHTSA Recall 01V270000
NHTSA Campaign Id 01V270000; Date: Aug. 26, 2001
A vehicle crash can occur if the throttle is stuck and cannot return to the idle position, which may result in injury or death.
Recalled Vehicles:
1997 Amtran CS; 1998 Amtran CS; 1999 Amtran CS; 2000 Amtran CS; 2001 Amtran CS
Component: Vehicle Speed Control:accelerator Pedal
Manufactured by: American Transportation Corp.
Affected Units:: 1,432
Recall Summary:
Vehicle description: on certain school buses equipped with I-6 engines, plywood floors, and a driver insulation package, the accelerator pedal can stick in either a partial or full throttle position.
How to Fix:
Owners will be provided with instructions and parts to inspect and repair the bus(ES) free of charge. Owner notification began October 30, 2001. Owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact amtran at 800-843-5615.
Recall Notes:
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Oct 30, 2001
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