American Honda Motor Co. Recalls ATVs Due to Loss of Steering Control
USAmerican Honda Motor Co. Recalls ATVs Due to Loss of Steering Control
Recalling Firm: American Honda Motor Co. Inc., of Torrance, Calif.
Reason for Recall / Hazard
The electric power steering shaft of the recalled ATVs could break unexpectedly, resulting in the rider's losing steering control. This poses a risk of injury or death to riders.
Product Description & Identification
This recall involves Model Year 2008 Honda TRX500 ATVs equipped with electric power steering, also known as the Honda FourTrax Foreman 4X4 with electric power steering. The adult-size ATVs are designed for use by riders age 16 and older. The ATVs are available in red, black, olive, white, and camouflage. "Honda" and wing logo are printed on the fuel tank and "TRX500" is printed on the side panel just below the seat.
Affected Products
Model Year 2008 Honda TRX500 ATVs
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/American-Honda-Motor-Co-Recalls-ATVs-Due-to-Loss-of-Steering-Control |
| Title | American Honda Motor Co. Recalls ATVs Due to Loss of Steering Control |
| Images › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/cae4554d3bea4a0993e56922df51cefc.jpg |
| Images › Caption | Recalled ATV |
| Hazards › Name | The electric power steering shaft of the recalled ATVs could break unexpectedly, resulting in the rider's losing steering control. This poses a risk of injury or death to riders. |
| Injuries › Name | No incidents or injuries have been reported. |
| Products › Name | Model Year 2008 Honda TRX500 ATVs |
| Products › Type | All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) |
| Products › Category I D | 1817 |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 1,400 |
| Recall I D | 4592 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should stop using these recalled ATVs immediately and contact any Honda ATV dealer to make an appointment for a free repair. Registered owners of the recalled ATVs have been sent direct notices. |
| Retailers › Name | Honda ATV dealers nationwide from October 2007 through March 2008 for between $6,850 and $7,400. |
| Recall Date | 2008-04-08T00:00:00 |
| Description | This recall involves Model Year 2008 Honda TRX500 ATVs equipped with electric power steering, also known as the Honda FourTrax Foreman 4X4 with electric power steering. The adult-size ATVs are designed for use by riders age 16 and older. The ATVs are available in red, black, olive, white, and camouflage. "Honda" and wing logo are printed on the fuel tank and "TRX500" is printed on the side panel just below the seat. |
| Recall Number | 08570 |
| Manufacturers › Name | American Honda Motor Co. Inc., of Torrance, Calif. |
| Consumer Contact | For additional information, consumers can contact Honda toll-free at (866) 784-1870 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the company's website at www.powersports.honda.com |
| Last Publish Date | 2014-05-23T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | United States |
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