CPSC2007-01-31
American Honda Motor Corp. Recalls All-Terrain Vehicles for Crash Hazard
American Honda Motor Corp. Inc., of Torrance, Calif.
Hazard
The front suspension arm ball joints could have been contaminated during production, resulting in rapid wear of one or more of the ball joints and possible ball joint separation. If the ball joint separation occurs while riding, the operator could lose control of the ATV.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these recalled ATVs until the repair has been completed. Call any Honda ATV dealer to make an appointment to have the ATV repaired. The dealer will inspect and repair your ATV, if necessary. Registered owners of the recalled ATVs have been sent direct notice.
Sold at
Honda dealers nationwide from September 2005 through December 2006 for between $6,600 and $7,000.
Affected count
About 11,000
Injuries reported
American Honda Motor Corp. has received seven warranty claims about this problem. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
Japan
Products
Honda Model Year 2006 TRX450ER/R 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/2007/American-Honda-Motor-Corp-Recalls-All-Terrain-Vehicles-for-Crash-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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