Caterham Cars Sv: Throttle Pedal May Detach

Recall Summary Caterham Cars is recalling 441 vehicles (SV, S3, and CSR models) because the throttle pedal securing bolt may loosen during normal operation if it wasn't tightened properly during manufacturing. If the bolt comes loose completely, the throttle pedal can detach from the vehicle, making it impossible to control engine speed. Dealers will inspect and properly tighten the bolt to the correct specification and verify the pedal operates freely.

Recalling firm

CATERHAM CARS

Product

Vehicles: CATERHAM CARS SV, CATERHAM CARS S3, CATERHAM CARS CSR. Units affected: 441

Reason

There is a small possibility that the throttle pedal securing bolt may work loose. This can only occur if as a minimum the securing bolt is not tightened sufficiently to completely flatten the spring washer. The bolt may work free during pedal operation. This will result in the throttle pedal coming free from its chassis anchor point causing an inability to operate the throttle pedal and an immediate reduction in engine speed. Remedy: Recall the affected vehicles and check that the throttle pedal Cable Post is not in contact with the head of the throttle pedal securing bolt ensure that the...

Classification

Class II

Category

vehicle recall

Country

United Kingdom

Agency

UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall date

2014-06-16

Status

Ongoing

Distribution

United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

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