NHTSA recall 09V462000
Vehicle speed control › Accelerator pedal
Thomas Built Buses Mvp-Ef
Reported Dec 1, 20095,082 vehicles affectedDAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICAMaker’s number FL-570Built Feb 15, 2005 – Nov 23, 2009
The defect
Daimler trucks IS recalling certain model year 2006 through 2011 thomas built mvp-ef school buses manufactured from february 15, 2005 through november 23, 2009. the accelerator pedal may become wedged against the scuff plate and become stuck in full throttle position.
The risk
A stuck accelerator pedal may increase the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Daimler trucks will notify owners and dealers will raise the accelerator pedal free of charge. the safety recall began on march 17, 2010. owners may contact daimler trucks toll-free at 1-800-547-0712.