Key Takeaway

FUEL:THROTTLE LINKAGES AND CONTROL RETURN SPRING by RENAULT USA, INCORPORATED was recalled on October 12, 1979. What to do: DEALER WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, INSTALL AN ADDITIONAL ACCELERATOR RETURN SPRING TO IMPROVE THROTTLE CONTROL RESPONSE.

NHTSA Ongoing

FUEL:THROTTLE LINKAGES AND CONTROL RETURN SPRING

Recalled: October 12, 1979 ~13,298 units affected 78V263

Description

THE INVOLVED VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 124, "ACCELERATOR CONTROL SYSTEMS". DUE TO GUMMING DURING OCEAN SHIPMENT, SOME THROTTLES MAY FAIL TO FULLY RETURN TO THE IDLE POSITION WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL IS RELEASED. N OR RETURN WITHIN THE REQUIRED ONE SECOND INTERVAL.

Remedy

DEALER WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, INSTALL AN ADDITIONAL ACCELERATOR RETURN SPRING TO IMPROVE THROTTLE CONTROL RESPONSE.

Products Affected

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Company Information

RENAULT USA, INCORPORATED

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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: DEALER WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, INSTALL AN ADDITIONAL ACCELERATOR RETURN SPRING TO IMPROVE THROTTLE CONTROL RESPONSE.

Where can I find the original recall notice?

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