Recall 95V-166: 1994–1995 Solectria E10, 1991–1995 Solectria Forces
SOLECTRIA CORPORATION recall for vehicle speed control, reported to NHTSA on Aug 25, 1995, covering about 138 vehicles.
The problem
Fmvss no. 124, "accelerator control systems" requires two energy sources on the accelerator control capable of returning the motor controller to the "idle" position. Although these vehicles are equipped with two sources of energy (Springs) on the accelerator control system, one spring (Located on the accelerator pedal) is not capable of returning the accelerator potentiometer to the "idle" position. This does not conform to the requirements of FMVSS no. 124.
The risk
Consequence of non-compliance: the engine speed may not return to idle increasing the potential for a vehicle crash.
The fix
Solectria is redesigning the accelerator control potentiometers to contain two independent torsional springs, each capable of returning the potentiometer to the idle position. Dealers will upgrade the vehicles involved with the newly designed accelerator control systems.
Notes
System: fuel; throttle linkages and control; FMVSS no. 124.vehicle description: passenger vehicles and light duty pickup trucks.note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time, should contact solectria at 1-508-658-2231. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | SOLECTRIA CORPORATION |
|---|---|
| Component | Vehicle Speed Control |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 95V166000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Solectria E10 | 1994, 1995 | All years |
| Solectria Forces | 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 95V-166?
Fmvss no. 124, "accelerator control systems" requires two energy sources on the accelerator control capable of returning the motor controller to the "idle" position. Although these vehicles are equipped with two sources of energy (Springs) on the accelerator control system, one spring (Located on the accelerator pedal) is not capable of returning the accelerator potentiometer to the "idle" position. This does not conform to the requirements of FMVSS no. 124.
How is recall 95V-166 fixed?
Solectria is redesigning the accelerator control potentiometers to contain two independent torsional springs, each capable of returning the potentiometer to the idle position. Dealers will upgrade the vehicles involved with the newly designed accelerator control systems.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.