NHTSA Recall 04V511000: Accelerator pedal (vehicle speed control)
UTILIMASTER CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 31 vehicles. It affects 2001–2004 Utilimaster Aeromaster.
| NHTSA campaign | 04V511000 |
|---|---|
| Component | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL › ACCELERATOR PEDAL |
| Report received | October 27, 2004 |
| Owner notification | November 1, 2004 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain walk-in vans built on ford chassis, the optional heel plate (treadplate/diamond plate) could limit the full movement of the accelerator pedal.
Safety risk
Should this condition occur, throttle operation could be impeded, and could cause a crash.
Remedy
Owners are being asked to remove the aluminum heel plate component option. Utilimaster will reimburse the owners for the direct labor costs to remove the plate. The recall began november 1, 2004. Owners should contact utilimaster at 1-800-237-7806.
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 04V511000
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.