CPSC2005-12-14
CPSC, American Honda Motor Corp. Announce Recall of All-Terrain Vehicles
American Honda Motor Corp. Inc., of Torrance, Calif.
Hazard
A safety defect could exist in the transmission, that could allow the rider to downshift from 1st gear into reverse, without operating the reverse assist (lockout) lever. The reverse lockout spring may not have been properly installed. Unintended engagement of reverse gear while moving forward could lock the rear wheels and cause the rider to lose control.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these recalled ATVs until the repair has been completed. Please call any Honda ATV dealer to make an appointment to have your ATV repaired. The dealer will install a kit to prevent the shift problem. Consumers with the recalled ATVs have been sent direct notice via U.S. mail.
Sold at
Honda dealers nationwide from September 2004 through November 2005 for around $5,900.
Affected count
About 24,000
Injuries reported
American Honda Motor Corp. has received four warranty claims about this problem; three indicating the spring was out of position. No incidents or injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
United States
Products
Honda Model Year 2005 and 2006 TRX400EX ATVs
Consumer contact
For more information, consumers can call Honda toll-free at (866) 784-1870 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.powersports.honda.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2006/CPSC-American-Honda-Motor-Corp-Announce-Recall-of-All-Terrain-VehiclesDon't want to check this manually?
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