CPSC2008-11-13
Off-Road Motorcycles Recalled by American Honda Motor Due to Risk of Swing Arm Weld Failure
American Honda Motor Co. Inc., of Torrance, Calif.
Hazard
The weld on the right side of the swing arm can fail, causing the rider to lose control and crash. This could pose a risk of injury or death to riders.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled off-road motorcycles and contact any Honda dealer to schedule a free repair. Registered owners of the recalled motorcycles are being sent a direct notice.
Sold at
Honda motorcycle dealers nationwide from September 2006 through October 2008 for between $4,300 and $4,400.
Affected count
About 13,000
Injuries reported
Honda has received two reports of swing arms cracking. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
Japan
Products
Honda Off-Road Competition Motorcycles
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact 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/2009/Off-Road-Motorcycles-Recalled-by-American-Honda-Motor-Due-to-Risk-of-Swing-Arm-Weld-FailureDon't want to check this manually?
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