Williams controls/electronic throttle control
Defect Summary
Equipment description: electronic throttle control units manufactured between march 7 and october 3, 2001, part numbers: 131191, 131192, 131938, 345207, 345263, 345265, 345393, 345415, 345416, 345417, 345593, 345594, 345595, 345836, 350415, 350416, 350417, 350825, 350826, 350827, 351081, 351208, 351259, 351260, 351261, 351278, 351291, 351297, 351298, 351303, 351309, 351317, 351319, 351320, 351321, 351327, 351330, 351331, 351337, 351338, 351340, 351347, 351348, 351349, 351356, 351359, 351361, 351370, 351374, 351375, 351376, 351377, 351378, 351381, 351382, 351395, 359593, 359594, 359595. the weld attaching the clevis to the plate has insufficient penetration and may allow the clevis to separate from the plate.
Safety Consequence
If this occured, it would cause the vehicle to return to idle, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash and injury.
Corrective Action
Williams controls will notify its customers to inspect their pedals. the customer will be provided parts and instructions to repair any defective pedals free of charge. owner notification began october 24, 2001. 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 williams controls at 503-684-8600.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Williams Controls, Inc. or involving Vehicle Speed Control.
FAQ: Recall 01E054000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 01E054000?
NHTSA recall 01E054000 was issued by Williams Controls, Inc. on October 19, 2001. It addresses: Williams controls/electronic throttle control. The recall affects approximately 16,223 vehicles, with the defect involving the Vehicle Speed Control component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Williams Controls, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 01E054000 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.