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American Honda Motor Corp. Recalls All-Terrain Vehicles for Crash Hazard

Recalled January 31, 2007 · CPSC recall 07525 · American Honda Motor

Recalled All-Terrain Vehicle
Hazard
The front suspension arm ball joints could have been contaminated during production, resulting in rapid wear of one or more of the ball joints and possible ball joint separation. If the ball joint separation occurs while riding, the operator could lose control of the ATV.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these recalled ATVs until the repair has been completed. Call any Honda ATV dealer to make an appointment to have the ATV repaired. The dealer will inspect and repair your ATV, if necessary. Registered owners of the recalled ATVs have been sent direct notice.
Units
About 11,000
Incidents / injuries
American Honda Motor Corp. has received seven warranty claims about this problem. No injuries have been reported.

Description

The recall involves 2006 model year TRX450ER and TRX450R ATVs. They are adult-sized ATVs designed for use by riders age 16 and older. The ATVs are available in red or black. The TRX450ER and TRX450R model names are located on the front cowling just below the handlebars and the name Honda is printed on the seat.

What to do

Consumers should stop using these recalled ATVs until the repair has been completed. Call any Honda ATV dealer to make an appointment to have the ATV repaired. The dealer will inspect and repair your ATV, if necessary. Registered owners of the recalled ATVs have been sent direct notice.

Contact

For more information, consumers can call 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

Product
Honda Model Year 2006 TRX450ER/R ATVs
Distributed by
American Honda Motor Corp. Inc., of Torrance, Calif.
Retailers
Honda dealers nationwide from September 2005 through December 2006 for between $6,600 and $7,000.
Made in
Japan

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →

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