Component
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
Manufacturer
GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
What Happened
The accelerator pedal in your vehicle is controlled by a pedal arm that connects to the engine. In hot weather, this arm may stick to its bracket and not return to the idle position when you lift your foot.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, your car could accelerate unexpectedly and lose control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your dealer will check the pedal arm and replace it with a new assembly, if needed. This repair will be done at no cost to you, and you should schedule it as soon as possible.
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Original — What Happened
CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 124, 'ACCELERATOR CONTROL SYSTEMS.' IN HOT AMBIENT CONDITIONS, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL ARM MAY STICK AT THE ATTACHMENT TO THE BRACKET AND NOT RETURN TO THE ENGINE IDLE POSITION WHEN THE OPERATOR LIFTS HIS FOOT FROM THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
FAILURE TO RETURN TO IDLE COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL ARM AND REPLACE THE ACCELERATOR AND BRAKE PEDAL ASSEMBLY WITH A NEW ASSEMBLY, IF NECESSARY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 20, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668, OR OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-630-6537.
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