Vehicle recall 95V191000 · October 11, 1995

1994-1995 Thomas MVP EF

The accelerator pedal lever can contact the engine cover causing the accelerator linkage to bind and not return to idle.

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

Summary: The accelerator pedal lever can contact the engine cover causing the accelerator linkage to bind and not return to idle.
Consequence: If the accelerator linkage binds, the engine will not return to idle when the driver lets up on the accelerator pedal increasing the risk of an accident.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the accelerator pedal rocker and installing a retaining bracket at the engine cover to prevent the cover from contacting the accelerator pedal.
Notes: System: fuel; throttle linkages and control; pedal.vehicle description: transit and school buses.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 thomas built at 1-910-889-4871. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 95V191000
Reported to NHTSA: October 11, 1995
Filed by: THOMAS BUILT BUSES, INC.
Owner notification: November 27, 1995
Vehicles potentially affected: 300
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Vehicle speed control › Accelerator pedal

Recall 95V191000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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Thomas MVP EF (1994-1995): 1995, 1994

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