NHTSA Recall 79V074000
NHTSA Campaign Id 79V074000; Date: Mar. 22, 1979
Recalled Vehicles:
1979 Dodge Sport Utility; 1979 Plymouth Sport Utility
Component: Vehicle Speed Control:springs
Manufactured by: Chrysler Corporation
Affected Units:: 1,200
Recall Summary:
Inner and outer carburetor throttle return springs may have been misinstalled, possibly resulting in spring failure. This can prevent the throttle from returning to a closed position when the accelerator pedal is released.
How to Fix:
Both throttle return springs will be replaced and properly installed without charge.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: light trucks. System: fuel; throttle linkage and control return springs. Consequences of defect: if spring failure occurs while vehicle is in motion,the driver may experience a loss of vehicle control and an accident. Note: if the throttle becomes stuck, shut off the engine by turning theignition key off and brake the vehicle to a stop in a safe location.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Mar 30, 1979
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