Key Takeaway
EMC/DS-2000 PRIMARY DRIVING CONTROL SYSTEM by ELECTRONIC MOBILITY CONTROLS was recalled on February 4, 2003. What to do: EMC HAS DEVELOPED SEVERAL SAFETY UPGRADES FOR THE DS-2000 TO IMPROVE SYSTEM REDUNDANCY AND RELIABILITY. EMC WILL BRING EACH RETURNED UNIT TO THE CU...
EMC/DS-2000 PRIMARY DRIVING CONTROL SYSTEM
Description
VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE EMC DS-2000 PRIMARY DRIVING CONTROL SYSTEM. THERE HAVE BEEN REPORTS OF VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE EMC DS-2000 DRIFTED OR VEERED OFF COURSE AND DID NOT RESPOND TO DRIVER'S STEERING EFFORTS TO CORRECT THE REPORTED DRIFTING.
Injuries / Consequence
THE DRIVER CAN LOSE STEERING CONTROL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
EMC HAS DEVELOPED SEVERAL SAFETY UPGRADES FOR THE DS-2000 TO IMPROVE SYSTEM REDUNDANCY AND RELIABILITY. EMC WILL BRING EACH RETURNED UNIT TO THE CURRENT UPGRADED REVISION OF HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE. A MODIFICATION HAS BEEN MADE THAT FREES UP THE A2D CONVERTER AND FEEDS IT WITH 1/2 THE ENCODER REFERENCE VOLTAGE THROUGH A RESISTOR DIVIDER. THE SOFTWARE WILL BE CHANGED TO MONITOR THAT VOLTAGE AT STARTUP TO MAKE SURE IT IS AN ACCEPTABLE RANGE. IF DURING OPERATION IT CHANGES FROM ITS STARTUP VALVE, THE SYSTEM WILL GIVE AN ERROR, SWITCH SIDES AND GO INTO OPEN LOOP MODE OF OPERATION. THIS EFFECTIVELY TEST ALL THREE REFERENCES IN THE SYSTEM. EMC WILL NOTIFY ITS CUSTOMERS AND PROVIDE THIS REMEDY FREE OF CHARGE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN AUGUST 12, 2003.
Products Affected
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this recall still active?
Check the status badge at the top of this page. "Ongoing" means the recall is still active and you should follow the remedy instructions. "Completed" or "Terminated" means the recall process has concluded, though the safety issue remains relevant for any unrepaired products.
How do I check if my product is affected?
Compare the model number, lot code, serial number, or date range listed in the recall notice with the information on your product's label or packaging. For vehicles, check your VIN at NHTSA.gov/Recalls.
What remedy is available for this recall?
The listed remedy for this recall is: EMC HAS DEVELOPED SEVERAL SAFETY UPGRADES FOR THE DS-2000 TO IMPROVE SYSTEM REDUNDANCY AND RELIABILITY. EMC WILL BRING EACH RETURNED UNIT TO THE CURRENT UPGRADED REVISION OF HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE....
Where can I find the original recall notice?
This recall was issued by NHTSA. You can view the original notice using the link provided above.