Felsted/electronic foot pedals
Defect Summary
Equipment description: felsted llc electronic foot pedals containing stainless steel or yellow chromate zinc electroplated return springs manufactured from february 1, 1999, through august 4, 2000, and felsted llc electronic foot pedals containing black chromate zinc electroplated music wire return springs manufactured from may 4, 2000, though august 28, 2000. the return springs may break due to arcing during the electroplating process.
Safety Consequence
If the spring breaks, the accelerator pedal will not return to idle, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action
Felsted notified their original equipment manufacturers (oem). the oems will conduct the notification and remedy campaign for their vehicles. vehicle manufacturers involved in this campaign are listed under 00v230.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Felsted Products Llc or involving Vehicle Speed Control.
FAQ: Recall 00E049000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 00E049000?
NHTSA recall 00E049000 was issued by Felsted Products Llc on August 25, 2000. It addresses: Felsted/electronic foot pedals. The recall affects approximately 73,010 vehicles, with the defect involving the Vehicle Speed Control component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Felsted Products Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 00E049000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.