Recall 14V693 covers 5 2000-2006 Hme 1871 emergency vehicles with defective accelerator pedal return springs. Repair is free at any franchised Hme dealer.
Hme is recalling 5 2000-2006 1871 emergency vehicles because accelerator pedal return springs can break and stop the pedal from returning to idle. That can leave the vehicle accelerating after the driver lifts off the pedal, increasing crash risk; the Hme dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The accelerator pedal on 2000-2006 Hme 1871 emergency vehicles controls engine speed when the driver presses down with a foot. Mechanical return springs pull the pedal back to idle after the driver lifts off. That return action is what lets the engine drop back down without the driver holding the pedal up.
On affected vehicles, the springs used for that return action can break. When a spring breaks, the pedal loses the force that brings it back to idle. The pedal can stay lower than intended after the driver's foot comes off, leaving the engine above idle until the vehicle is brought under control and repaired.
There is no warning sign before failure. The first sign can be the accelerator pedal not returning normally after pressure is released.
Who's affected?
Spans 7 model years, from 2000 through 2006, all tied to the accelerator pedal.
| 2003 Hme 1871 | Accelerator pedal |
|---|---|
| 2004 Hme 1871 | Accelerator pedal |
| 2005 Hme 1871 | Accelerator pedal |
| 2001 Hme 1871 | Accelerator pedal |
| 2006 Hme 1871 | Accelerator pedal |
| 2000 Hme 1871 | Accelerator pedal |
| 2002 Hme 1871 | Accelerator pedal |
| Units affected | 5 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.
What's the safety risk?
A broken pedal spring can keep the accelerator pedal from returning to idle after the driver lifts off. That unintended acceleration increases crash risk. If the pedal sticks or the engine does not settle back to idle, stop driving and call the dealer. Repair will be free at any franchised Hme dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2000-2006 Hme 1871 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Hme dealer to ask about the free accelerator-pedal assembly replacement that restores pedal return to idle.
- Bring the recall notice if Hme mailed one. If not, reference recall number 14V693 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete. Leave extra space and stop driving if the accelerator pedal does not return to idle.
- Call Hme customer service at 1-616-261-3626 with questions about scheduling or dealer instructions.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, the Hme technician replaces the affected accelerator pedal assemblies. The repair addresses the mechanical return springs in the pedal assembly, which are the parts that bring the accelerator back to idle after the driver lifts off the pedal. Hme has notified owners. The dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under the recall.
Timeline
| November 3, 2014 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| November 14, 2014 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V693?
Recall 14V693 covers 5 2000-2006 Hme 1871 emergency vehicles with accelerator pedal return springs that can break. If the springs break, the pedal can stay above idle after the driver lifts off, increasing crash risk. Hme dealers will replace the affected pedal assemblies for free.
What should I do if my 2000-2006 Hme 1871 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific emergency vehicle is included in recall 14V693. If it is, contact a franchised Hme dealer or Hme customer service at 1-616-261-3626 to arrange the accelerator pedal assembly replacement. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For recall 14V693, Hme dealers will replace the affected accelerator pedal assemblies free of charge, including parts and labor.
What is the safety risk in recall 14V693?
The safety risk is unintended acceleration. In recall 14V693, broken accelerator pedal return springs can keep the pedal from returning to idle after the driver lifts their foot, increasing the risk of a crash. Arrange the free pedal assembly replacement if your VIN is included.
What if I bought my Hme 1871 used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to honor the recall regardless of ownership history. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2000-2006 Hme 1871 is included, then reference recall 14V693 when you contact the dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V693000 |
|---|---|
| Hme customer service | 1-616-261-3626 |
| NHTSA recall # | 14V693 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 14V693000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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