Defect Description For Recall
Gillig Llc (Gillig) Is Recalling Certain Models Of Accelerator Pedals Sold As Aftermarket Parts. These Pedals Are Labeled With Gillig Part Number 51-19017-016 (Williams Controls Part Number 351298), Gillig Part Number 51-19017-019 (Williams Controls Part Number 351571) Or Gillig Part Number 45-35027-000 (Williams Controls Part Number 351298). The Mechanical Springs Used To Return The Accelerator Pedal To Idle After The Driver Lifts Their Foot Off The Pedal May Break.
Make Of Vehicle
GILLIG
Model Of Vehicle
THROTTLE PEDAL
Year
9999
Recall Campaign Number
14E018000
Component Description
Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal
Effect Of Defect
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.
Fix Defect
Gillig Llc Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Replace The Affected Pedals With Entire Pedal Assembly, Free Of Charge. The Recall Is Expected To Begin In June 2014. Owners May Contact Gillig Customer Service At 1-510-785-1500.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Gillig Llc
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
Type Of Vehicle Recall
E
Number Affected
98
Date Owners Notified
20140528
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Gillig, Llc
Date Report Received
20140421