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NHTSARecalled Nov 3, 2014 · #14V693000

Accelerator Return Springs may Fail Prematurely

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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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. 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.

Product details

Product
  • Accelerator Return Springs may Fail Prematurely
  • 1871 emergency
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
HME, Inc.
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

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.

View the official CPSC notice