Caterham CSR, S3, SV Recall R/2014/062: Throttle Pedal May Detach, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Book soon
- How serious
- 16 Jun 2014
- Launched
- 147
- vehicles in the UK
- R/2014/062
- DVSA reference
Caterham recalled CSR, S3, SV vehicles built between 1 May 2013 and 30 April 2014. There is a small possibility that the throttle pedal securing bolt may work loose. The dealer will check that the throttle pedal Cable Post is not in contact with the head of the throttle pedal securing bolt ensure that the bolt is tightened to 25Nm and that the throttle pedal is free to operate to the full extent of its travel in both directions. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
There is a small possibility that the throttle pedal securing bolt may work loose. This can only occur if as a minimum the securing bolt is not tightened sufficiently to completely flatten the spring washer. The bolt may work free during pedal operation. This will result in the throttle pedal coming free from its chassis anchor point causing an inability to operate the throttle pedal and an immediate reduction in engine speed.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: THROTTLE PEDAL MAY DETACH Defect: There is a small possibility that the throttle pedal securing bolt may work loose. This can only occur if as a minimum the securing bolt is not tightened sufficiently to completely flatten the spring washer. The bolt may work free during pedal operation. This will result in the throttle pedal coming free from its chassis anchor point causing an inability to operate the throttle pedal and an immediate reduction in engine speed. Remedy: Recall the affected vehicles and check that the throttle pedal Cable Post is not in contact with the head of the throttle pedal securing bolt ensure that the bolt is tightened to 25Nm and that the throttle pedal is free to operate to the full extent of its travel in both directions.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could result in the throttle pedal coming free from its chassis anchor point causing an inability to operate the throttle pedal and an immediate reduction in engine speed.
The Fix
The dealer will check that the throttle pedal Cable Post is not in contact with the head of the throttle pedal securing bolt ensure that the bolt is tightened to 25Nm and that the throttle pedal is free to operate to the full extent of its travel in both directions.
Are You Affected?
CSR, S3, SV built between 1 May 2013 and 30 April 2014 may be included. Caterham estimates 147 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Caterham, because not every car in the date range may be included.
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Caterham.
- Book with any franchised Caterham dealer, quoting the DVSA reference R/2014/062. See how to get a Caterham recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| S3, SVPossibility of loss of steering | Urgent | R/2013/154 | |
| SVBraking may be reduced | Urgent | R/2012/136 | |
| S3, SVRear brake may not perform correctly | Urgent | R/2011/164 | |
| Super 7Suspension may collapse | Book soon | R/2006/191 |
This is one of 8 Caterham recalls in DVSA’s data. The Caterham recall launched before it was R/2013/154 on 23 Dec 2013, for possibility of loss of steering. The one launched after it was R/2016/006 on 20 Jan 2016, for throttle may stick when engine is hot. You can also see every Caterham recall, all recalls launched in 2014 and suspension recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2014/062, launched 16 June 2014. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.