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

Recalled August 16, 2018 · CPSC recall 18759 · Off-Road

2018 Honda CRF250R: Location of Name Plate

Hazard

The clutch outer can break, posing crash and injury hazards.

Remedy

Repair

Units

About 3,200

Incidents / injuries

American Honda has received 19 reports of clutch failure, including two that led to engine lock up. No crashes or injuries reported.

Description

This recall involves all 2018 Model Year CRF250R off-road motorcycles. The recalled motorcycles were sold in a red color. The names "HONDA" and "CRF250R" are printed on the sides of the motorcycle. The model name and model year are printed on a name plate label located at the front right top of the frame, near the steering head.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled off-road motorcycles and contact their local authorized Honda Powersports dealer to schedule an appointment for a free repair. Honda is contacting all known purchasers directly.

Contact

American Honda toll-free at 866-784-1870 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or online at http://powersports.honda.com/ and click on “Recall Information” at the bottom of the page for more information.

Product

CRF250R Off-Road Motorcycles

Manufacturer(s)

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

Retailers

Authorized Honda Powersports dealers nationwide from November 2017 through July 2018 for about $8,000.

Made in

Japan

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