1999-2000 Mack CH, Mack CL and others recall: accelerator pedal
Mack Trucks, Incorporated reported this safety recall on October 4, 2000. It covers about 45,866 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 45,866
- reported
- Oct 4, 2000
- owners notified
- Dec 12, 2000
Vehicle speed control: accelerator pedal
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: class 8 trucks equipped with felsted electronic accelerator pedals. The return springs can break on the accelerator pedals that are equipped with stainless steel or electroplated wire return springs.
- Risk
- This condition could cause the pedal to go to full throttle if both return springs break, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Replacement accelerator pedals equipped with return springs manufactured of music wire with one additional coil on each spring and with an organic coating, eliminating electroplating will be installed.
Recall number 00V230003
Affected vehicles
Questions about recall 00V230003
Is there a recall on the 1999-2000 Mack CH, Mack CL and others accelerator pedal?
Yes. Recall 00V230003, reported on October 4, 2000, covers about 45,866 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 00V230003?
Replacement accelerator pedals equipped with return springs manufactured of music wire with one additional coil on each spring and with an organic coating, eliminating electroplating will be installed.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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