FMVSS 124

Annotation of standard text FMVSS 124 :

This standard establishes requirements for the return of a vehicles throttle to the idle position when the driver removes the actuating force from the accelerator control, or in the event of a severance or disconnection in the accelerator control system.
The purpose of this standard is to reduce deaths and injuries resulting from engine overspeed caused by malfunctions in the accelerator control system

SUBJECT TAXONOMY: Electronic control systems, Throttles
SUBFILE: Automotive
TYPE OF DOCUMENT: Ground Vehicle Standard