Vehicle recall 93V095000 · May 27, 1993
1987-1991 Mercedes-Benz 300
Due to heat effects, the throttle bushing located on the accelerator control cable, can fatigue and break, causing the throttle linkage to separate.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- Due to heat effects, the throttle bushing located on the accelerator control cable, can fatigue and break, causing the throttle linkage to separate.
- Consequence
- 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.
- Remedy
- Replace the throttle bushing with a new bushing made from more heat-resistant materials.
- Notes
- System: fuel system; throttle linkages.vehicle description: passenger cars.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 93V095000
- Reported to NHTSA
- May 27, 1993
- Filed by
- MERCEDES-BENZ USA, INC.
- Owner notification
- July 16, 1993
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 128,000
- Initiated by
- NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation
- Components
- Vehicle speed control
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