NHTSA Recall 82V087000
NHTSA Campaign Id 82V087000; Date: Sep. 16, 1982
Recalled Vehicles:
1982 Ford B600; 1982 Ford B700
Component: Vehicle Speed Control:linkages
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 149
Recall Summary:
Under certain tolerance conditions, the accelerator rod may come into contact with the accelerator return spring bracket, creating the possibility of a momentary delay in the return of the accelerator linkage to the idle position. This condition is more likely to occur at 3/4 throttle because clearance between the accelerator rod and bracket is at a minimum at this point.
How to Fix:
Dealer will install a new accelerator return spring bracket without charge to owner.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: school buses equipped with gasoline engines and "sturdy"road speed governors. System: throttle control and linkages; accelerator return spring, bracket. Consequences of defect: the driver may experience binding in the acceleratorcontrol system which could lead to loss of vehicle control and an accident.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Oct 20, 1982
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