NHTSA Recall 02V046000: Accelerator pedal (vehicle speed control)
NORTH AMERICAN BUS INDUSTRIES reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 84 vehicles. It affects 2001 Nabi Optare 30-LFN.
| NHTSA campaign | 02V046000 |
|---|---|
| Component | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL › ACCELERATOR PEDAL |
| Report received | February 8, 2002 |
| Owner notification | February 22, 2002 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain transit buses, two return springs on the accelerator pedal could both break.
Safety risk
If both springs fail, the pedal will not return to the idle position, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Owner notification began february 22, 2002. 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 prevost at 1-418-831-5432.
Notes
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 02V046000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Nabi Optare 30-LFN | 2001 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.