CRF450R motocross off-road motorcycles recalled over injury risk

Recall date

September 5, 2017

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

American Honda Recalls Motocross Off-Road Motorcycles Due to Crash and Injury Hazards (Recall Alert)

Recall number

17764

Brand / firm

American Honda Motor Company Inc., of Torrance, Calif.

Sold / distributed

Authorized Honda Powersports dealers nationwide from September 2014 through August 2017 for about $8,700.

Why it was recalled

The transmission gear can break, posing crash and injury hazards.

What was recalled

This recall involves all model year 2015 and 2016 Honda CRF450R motocross off-road motorcycles with 450cc, 4-cycle engines. The motorcycles are red, black and white and have "Honda" and "CRF450R" printed on both sides. The model year is printed on a label located at the front right top of the frame, near the steering head. Vehicle identification numbers (VIN) ending in 7FK400015 through 6FK403360, for the 2015 model, and 36GK500009 through 1GK502993, for the 2016 model, are included in this recall. The VIN is stamped on a nameplate located in the frame at the front right, near the steering head.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled motorcycles and contact an authorized Honda Powersports dealer to schedule a free inspection and free repair. Honda is contacting all known purchasers directly.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.