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HighNHTSA·24E087000·Announced 2024-10-14

Orscheln Recalls Electronic Throttle Pedal Assemblies Due to Sticking Risk

Orscheln is recalling specific Electronic Throttle Pedal Assemblies because an oversized magnet carrier may cause the pedal to stick, increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a vehicle speed control defect that increases the risk of a crash, fitting the 'High' severity criterion for risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported.

Plain-English summary

Orscheln Products L.L.C. is recalling certain Electronic Throttle Pedal Assemblies, including part numbers EC0226-026-001, EC0225-025-001, and EC0203-054-001. The recall affects 4,027 units. The defect involves a potential oversized magnet carrier within the assembly, which may slow responsiveness or cause the throttle pedal to stick.

A sticking throttle pedal increases the risk of a crash. No specific injuries or fatalities are reported in the source text.

Dealers will inspect and replace the Electronic Throttle Pedal Assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on December 13, 2024. Owners may contact Orscheln Customer Service at 1-660-269-3971 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:THROTTLE recall
Manufacturer
Orscheln Products L.L.C.
Category
Vehicle — Throttle Control
Hazard
Affected units
4,027

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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