Buell S3: Possible Sticking Throttle
Buell S3 Recall Summary Buell is recalling 369 motorcycles (S3, S3T, and X1 models) in the United Kingdom because the engine idle control cable may come loose from its cable guide if improperly adjusted, causing the throttle to stick and not return to idle when released. The fix involves installing a throttle cable securing clamp at the fuel injection inlet manifold.
- Recalling firm
- BUELL
- Product
- Vehicles: BUELL S3, BUELL S3T, BUELL X1. Units affected: 369
- Reason
- The engine idle control cable may become dislodged from the fuel injection system cable guide if it is incorrectly adjusted. Should this occur the throttle may not return to the idle position when the operators hand is removed from the twist grip. Remedy: Fit a throttle cable securing clamp at the fuel injection inlet manifold.
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2004-02-06
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
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