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Vehicle recall 93V160000 · September 27, 1993

Ford B700, CF7000 and 12 more models

As a result of inherent vibration in these engines, the throttle return springs can fracture.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary
As a result of inherent vibration in these engines, the throttle return springs can fracture.
Consequence
If one of the two return springs fractures while thevehicle is being driven, a substantial reduction in accelerator pedal effortwould be felt. If the second spring also fractures, the throttle would notreturn to idle position and can result in increased engine speed and thepossibility of loss of vehicle control and an accident.
Remedy
The throttle return control system with the coil torsion spring design will be replaced.
Notes
System: fuel: throttle linkages and control return spring.vehicle description: medium and heavy trucks, truck chassis, and bus chassisequipped with cummins 5.9L and 8.3L diesel engines with in-line fuel injectionpumps.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed uponservice date and the remedy is not provided within a reasonable time and freeof charge or the remedy is does not correct the defect or noncompliance, pleasecontact the Ford service center at 1-800-392-3673. Also, contact the nationalhighway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
93V160000
Reported to NHTSA
September 27, 1993
Filed by
FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Owner notification
December 23, 1993
Vehicles potentially affected
20,000
Initiated by
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation
Components
Vehicle speed control › Springs
Recall 93V160000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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