Key Takeaway
FUEL:THROTTLE LINKAGES AND CONTROL:CAM:FAST IDLE by CUMMINS ENGINE CO. was recalled on April 17, 1985. What to do: ALL THROTTLE LEVER ASSEMBLIES WILL BE REPLACED WITH NEW MODIFIED TYPE TO ELIMINATE THE POTENTIAL DEFECT.
FUEL:THROTTLE LINKAGES AND CONTROL:CAM:FAST IDLE
Description
THE STOP PIN WHICH IS SWAGED INTO THE THROTTLE LEVER, SO AS TO ALLOW THE THROTTLE LEVER TO ABSORB EXCESSIVE THROTTLE LINKAGE TRAVEL AND MAINTAINING THE ABILITY TO CONTROL THE ENGINES SPEED. THIS STOP PIN COULD BE A MISMATCH AND COULD LOOSEN CAUSING THE LEVER STOP PIN ASSEMBLY TO FALL APART. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: THIS CONDITION, CAUSES THE TENSIONING SPRING ATTACHED TO THE THROTTLE LEVER ASSEMBLY TO SEPARATE FROM THE LEVER CAUSING THE THROTTLE LEVER TO EITHER MOVE TO FULL THROTTLE POSITION, TO THE IDLE POSITION, OR REMAIN IN THE POSITION THE LEVER WAS IN AT THE MOMENT OF FAILURE. THIS COULD CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO BE UNCONTROLABLE AND RESULT IN AN ACCIDENT AND PERSONAL INJURY.
Remedy
ALL THROTTLE LEVER ASSEMBLIES WILL BE REPLACED WITH NEW MODIFIED TYPE TO ELIMINATE THE POTENTIAL DEFECT.
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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: ALL THROTTLE LEVER ASSEMBLIES WILL BE REPLACED WITH NEW MODIFIED TYPE TO ELIMINATE THE POTENTIAL DEFECT.
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.