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ATVs Recalled By American Honda Motor Co. Due to Loss of Speed Control

Name: ATVs Recalled By American Honda Motor Co. Due to Loss of Speed Control
Brand: American Honda Motor Co., Inc. of Torrance, Calif.
SKU: CPSC-08535
Availability: Discontinued
Rating: 1.0 (1 reviews)

Published: January 9, 2008Recall ID: 08535Category: generalCountry: US

Reason for Recall / Hazard

Water can enter the throttle position sensor and freeze, causing permanent damage if the rider forces the throttle lever. This could cause the throttle to stick open, posing a risk of injury or death to riders.

Product Description & Identification

This recall involves Model Year 2007 Honda TRX 500 ATVs, also known as the Honda Foreman and Foreman Rubicon. The adult-size ATVs are designed for use by riders age 16 and older. The 2007 model year ATVs are available in red, black, blue, olive, and camouflage. The Honda name and wing logo are printed on the fuel tank and the model name is printed on the side panel just below the seat.

Affected Products

Model Year 2007 Honda TRX 500 ATVs

Additional Source Details

Field	Value
U R L	https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/ATVs-Recalled-By-American-Honda-Motor-Co-Due-to-Loss-of-Speed-Control
Title	ATVs Recalled By American Honda Motor Co. Due to Loss of Speed Control
Images › 1 › U R L	https://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/ffcf1b7b3f154b3eb561a56c36b268dd.jpg
Images › 1 › Caption	Recalled ATV
Images › 2 › U R L	https://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/bca40b95e3724630a8fcfaea76d15c45.jpg
Images › 2 › Caption	Recalled ATV
Hazards › Name	Water can enter the throttle position sensor and freeze, causing permanent damage if the rider forces the throttle lever. This could cause the throttle to stick open, posing a risk of injury or death to riders.
Injuries › Name	Honda has received two reported incidents of the throttle sticking, no injuries have been reported.
Products › Name	Model Year 2007 Honda TRX 500 ATVs
Products › Type	All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs)
Products › Category I D	1817
Products › Number Of Units	About 46,000
Recall I D	4557
Remedies › Name	Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled ATVs and contact any Honda ATV dealer to schedule a free repair. Registered owners of the recalled ATVs have been sent direct notice.
Retailers › Name	Honda ATV dealers nationwide from June 2006 through December 2007 for between $6,500 and $7,600.
Recall Date	2008-01-09T00:00:00
Description	This recall involves Model Year 2007 Honda TRX 500 ATVs, also known as the Honda Foreman and Foreman Rubicon. The adult-size ATVs are designed for use by riders age 16 and older. The 2007 model year ATVs are available in red, black, blue, olive, and camouflage. The Honda name and wing logo are printed on the fuel tank and the model name is printed on the side panel just below the seat.
Recall Number	08535
Manufacturers › Name	American Honda Motor Co., Inc. of Torrance, Calif.
Consumer Contact	For additional information, consumers can contact Honda (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
Last Publish Date	2014-05-23T00:00:00
Manufacturer Countries › Country	United States

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Recalling FirmAmerican Honda Motor Co., Inc. of Torrance, Calif.

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