Reported Jan 12, 199449,047 vehicles affectedGENERAL MOTORS CORP.Built Aug 1, 1993 – Oct 1, 1993
The defect
In the event of a primary accelerator control spring failure, the secondary (back-up) accelerator control return spring will not return the throttle to the fully closed position, as required by fmvss no. 124, "accelerator control system."
The risk
Consequence of non-compliance: loss of throttle control could result in a vehicle crash without prior warning.
The remedy
Dealers will replace the secondary throttle return spring.
System: fuel; throttle linkages and control return spring; fmvss no. 214.Vehicle description: passenger cars equipped with 3.1L L82 engines. Note: if your vehicle IS presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy IS not provided within a reasonable time and free of charge or the remedy does not correct the defect or noncompliance,please contact buick service center at 1-800-521-7300 or contact oldsmobile service center at 1-800-442-6537. Also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.