NHTSA Recall 85V054000
NHTSA Campaign Id 85V054000; Date: May. 1, 1985
Recalled Vehicles:
1985 Ford Escort; 1985 Mercury Lynx
Component: Vehicle Speed Control
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 10,000
Recall Summary:
The throttle lever may not return to idle position due to misalignment of the air conditioner shut off switch to the throttle lever pin. Consequence of defect: a jammed throttle could result in a loss of accelerator control, without prior warning, and an accident.
How to Fix:
Adjust shutoff switch and assure proper alignment to throttle lever pin.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: passenger cars equipped with 1. 9 2v liter engines and airconditioning. System: throttle lever.
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