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Off Road Motorcycles Recalled
November 13, 2008
Alert #09-708
The following product safety recall was voluntarily conducted by the firm in cooperation with the CPSC. Consumers should stop using the product immediately unless otherwise instructed.
Name of Product: Honda Off-Road Competition Motorcycles
Units: About 13,000
Manufacturer: 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.
Incidents/Injuries: Honda has received two reports of swing arms cracking. No injuries have been reported.
Description: This recall involves model year 2007-2008 Honda CRF150R/RB motocross competition motorcycles.
Sold by: Honda motorcycle dealers nationwide from September 2006 through October 2008 for between $4,300 and $4,400.
Manufactured in: Japan
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.
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
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
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