Fires Force Black Cabs off Roads

17/09/2008

Hundreds of black cabs in London are to undergo safety checks over fears they may catch fire. About 500 vehicles have been recalled after seven engine fires were reported in London in the past three months. Drivers of TX4-type cabs with a 56 registration must have their taxis inspected within two weeks, otherwise their licence will be suspended.

Transport for London (TfL) said the taxis affected were a "small proportion" of London taxis.

The manufacturer is recalling all TX4s in this registration range to allow further investigation and a thorough safety check of the vehicles' engines which must be carried out within the next two weeks. To date, there have been no injuries to passengers or drivers. Safety checks will be carried out by the taxi manufacturer LTI, which is based in Coventry.

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