2000-2001 Turtle Top Vanterra recall: vehicle speed control

Turtle Top, Inc. reported this safety recall on March 9, 2001. It covers about 85 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 85
reported: Mar 9, 2001
owners notified: Mar 1, 2001

Vehicle speed control

What is wrong: Vehicle description: van conversions models built on ford 138" e-350 cutaway chassis with 5.4l and 6.8l gas engines with after market fast idle controls installed. These fast idle controls were improperly installed, causing throttle control malfunction.
Remedy: Dealers will install a new bracket, vacuum solenoid, and hardware to a new location that does not have the potential to interfere with the function of the oem throttle assembly. Owner notification began march 1, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact turtle top at 1‑219‑831‑4340.

Recall number 01V079000

Affected vehicles

Turtle Top Vanterra 2000-2001 2000 2001

Questions about recall 01V079000

Is there a recall on the 2000-2001 Turtle Top Vanterra vehicle speed control?

Yes. Recall 01V079000, reported on March 9, 2001, covers about 85 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 01V079000?

Dealers will install a new bracket, vacuum solenoid, and hardware to a new location that does not have the potential to interfere with the function of the oem throttle assembly. Owner notification began march 1, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact turtle top at 1‑219‑831‑4340.

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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