Investigation PE01030: Vehicles

Status

CLOSED

Opened

Aug 15, 2001

Closed

Sep 7, 2001

Model years

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Subject

Throttle pedal fails to return

Component: Vehicle speed control › Linkages

Summary

Alleged under certain conditions the accelerator pedal will not return to the idle position upon release of theactuating force.

An NHTSA investigation looks into whether a safety defect exists. Opening one is not a finding. Outcomes can include a recall, closure without action, or further inquiry.