Defect Description For Recall
Due To Heat Effects, The Throttle Bushing Located On The Accelerator Control Cable, Can Fatigue And Break, Causing The Throttle Linkage To Separate.
Make Of Vehicle
MERCEDES BENZ
Model Of Vehicle
300
Year
1991
Recall Campaign Number
93V095000
Component Description
Vehicle Speed Control
Effect Of Defect
If The Throttle Linkage Separates, The Engine Will Returnto Idle Speed, And Remain At Idle, With No Acceleration Ability. Loss Of Enginespeed Without Prior Warning Could Lead To Loss Of Vehicle Control And Anaccident.
Fix Defect
Replace The Throttle Bushing With A New Bushing Made From More Heat-Resistant Materials.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz Usa, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
19870301
End Of Manufacture
19911001
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
128000
Date Owners Notified
19930716
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc
Date Report Received
19930527