CPSC2019-06-13
American Honda Recalls Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles Due to Crash and Injury Hazards (Recall Alert)
American Honda Motor Company Inc., of Torrance, Calif.
Hazard
The throttle pedal can stick in the open position, posing crash and injury hazards.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ROVs and contact an authorized Honda Powersports dealer to schedule an appointment for a free inspection and repair. Honda is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Sold at
Authorized Honda Powersports dealers nationwide from August 2015 through March 2019 for between $14,000 and $22,000.
Affected count
About 82,000
Injuries reported
The firm has received 15 reports of the throttle pedal sticking in the open position, including six crashes, resulting in a report of a concussion and a broken nose.
Manufactured in
United States
Remedy type
Repair
Products
Recreational off-highway vehicles (ROVs)
Consumer contact
American Honda toll-free at 866-784-1870 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or online at http://powersports.honda.com/ and click on “Recall Information” at the bottom of the page for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2019/American-Honda-Recalls-Recreational-Off-Highway-Vehicles-Due-to-Crash-and-Injury-Hazards-Recall-AlertDon't want to check this manually?
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