Recall 14V693000 — VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL Defect in 2000-2006 HME 1871
RECALL This recall affects up to 5 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 14V693000 |
| Manufacturer | HME, Inc. |
| Vehicles Affected | 5 |
| Component | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
HME, Inc. (HME) is recalling certain model year 2000-2006 1871 emergency vehicles manufactured January 1, 2000, to March 15, 2006. The mechanical springs used to return the accelerator pedal to idle after the driver lifts their foot off the pedal may break.
Safety Consequence
If the springs break, the pedal may not return to idle once the driver lifts their foot off the pedal. This unintended acceleration increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
HME has notified owners, and dealers will replace the affected pedal assemblies, free of charge. The recall began on November 14, 2014. Owners may contact HME customer service at 1-616-261-3626.
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