NHTSA recall 02V004008
Vehicle speed control
New Flyer C35LF and 5 more
Reported May 16, 20021,107 vehicles affectedNEW FLYER OF AMERICA, INC.Built May 1, 2001 – Oct 31, 2001
The defect
On certain buses equipped with electronic throttle control/accelerator pedals supplied by williams controls industries, the weld attaching the clevis to the plate has insufficient penetration and could allow the clevis to separate from the plate.
The risk
If the clevis separated from the plate while the vehicle was in use, the vehicle would return to idle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Williams controls IS handling the replacement of this pedal. owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact williams control at 1-503-684-8600 or new flyer at 204-982-8181.