NHTSA Recall 04V528000: Accelerator pedal (vehicle speed control)
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 92,863 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Chevrolet Malibu.
| NHTSA campaign | 04V528000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 04092 |
| Component | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL › ACCELERATOR PEDAL |
| Report received | November 1, 2004 |
| Owner notification | December 20, 2004 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Certain passenger vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 124, 'accelerator control systems.' in hot ambient conditions, the accelerator pedal arm may stick at the attachment to the bracket and not return to the engine idle position when the operator lifts his foot from the accelerator pedal.
Safety risk
Failure to return to idle could result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the accelerator pedal arm and replace the accelerator and brake pedal assembly with a new assembly, if necessary. The recall began on december 20, 2004. Owners should contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, pontiac at 1-800-620-7668, or oldsmobile at 1-800-630-6537.
Notes
Gmrecall no. 04092. Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236.
Vehicles covered by recall 04V528000
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.