Pontiac Recall 05018: FMVSS 124/Electronic Throttle Control

2004 Pontiac Grand Prix

If this were to occur, greater brake pedal force and a longer distance may be required to stop the vehicle.

Vehicle Speed Control — Accelerator Pedal

Summary
Certain passenger vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 124, 'accelerator control systems.' If one of the two accelerator pedal return springs fails and the temperature is -22 degrees F to -40 degrees F, the engine may not return to idle within three seconds, as required.
Actions
Dealers will replace the accelerator pedal assembly. This recall began on March 8, 2005. Owners may contact Cadillac at 1-866-982-2339 or Pontiac at 1-800-620-7668.
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Date Announced
FEB 09, 2005
Vehicles Affected
19,924
Pontiac Recall #
05018
NHTSA Campaign #
05V046000
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