Vehicle speed control: accelerator pedalRecall 20V-629 · 2020 Utilimaster Walk-in Van
Shyft Group recall 20V-629 covers 80 2020 Utilimaster Walk-in Van for a vehicle speed control: accelerator pedal problem, reported to NHTSA on October 12, 2020. The manufacturer's latest report (2022 Q3) shows 26% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 20V629000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Shyft Group (Shyft Group) is recalling certain 2020 Utilimaster Walk-In vans. If depressed to the floor of the vehicle, the throttle pedal may get trapped in the open position by the tread plate installed on the floor at the driver's pedestal.
The risk
The throttle pedal stuck in the open position could increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Shyft Group will notify owners, and dealers will inspect for appropriate clearance between the throttle pedal and the tread plate. If there is not adequate clearance, dealers will adjust the tread plate for adequate clearance, free of charge. The recall began October 26, 2020. Owners can contact Shyft Group customer service at 1-800-582-3454. Shyft Group's number for this recall is 20-09.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
26%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.