Piaggio Hexagon Lx125: Throttle May Stick Open
Recall Summary Piaggio is recalling approximately 4,280 scooters (Hexagon LX125, Gilera Runner FX125, Gilera Runner FXR180, and Hexagon LXT180 models) sold in the United Kingdom because the throttle may stick in the open position, which could prevent the scooter from slowing down or cause it to continue accelerating. The manufacturer will inspect the carburetor and replace it if it was made by Dellorto.
- Recalling firm
- PIAGGIO
- Product
- Vehicles: PIAGGIO HEXAGON LX125, PIAGGIO GILERA RUNNER FX125, PIAGGIO GILERA RUNNER FXR180, PIAGGIO HEXAGON LXT180. Units affected: 4,280
- Reason
- There is the possibility that the throttle may stick open with the consequence that the scooter may either fail to lose speed or continue to accelerate. Remedy: Inspect carburettor and if found to be manufactured by Dellorto replace carburettor.
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 1999-07-26
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
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