Recall 96V-049: 1992–1996 AM General Hummer
AM GENERAL CORPORATION recall for vehicle speed control, reported to NHTSA on Mar 12, 1996, covering about 3,000 vehicles.
The problem
The coating used to protect the accelerator pedal shaft is incompatible with the bronze bushing through which the shaft passes. Over time, and in the presence of a corrosive environment (Water, road salt), the shaft can corrode inside the bushing increasing the amount of friction between the rotating shaft and the stationary bushing.
The risk
A corroded accelerator pedal shaft can cause the engine throttle to bind and not fully return to idle when the operator's foot is removed from the accelerator pedal increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
The fix
Dealers will install a revised accelerator pedal and shaft assembly.
Notes
System: fuel; throttle linkages and controls. Vehicle description: multi-purpose passenger vehicles equipped with diesel or gasoline engines. Turbo-charged diesel vehicles are not included. 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 AM general at 1-219-258-6615. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | AM GENERAL CORPORATION |
|---|---|
| Component | Vehicle Speed Control › Accelerator Pedal |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 96V049000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| AM General Hummer | 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996 | 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 96V-049?
The coating used to protect the accelerator pedal shaft is incompatible with the bronze bushing through which the shaft passes. Over time, and in the presence of a corrosive environment (Water, road salt), the shaft can corrode inside the bushing increasing the amount of friction between the rotating shaft and the stationary bushing.
How is recall 96V-049 fixed?
Dealers will install a revised accelerator pedal and shaft assembly.
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.