CPSC recall 01-038, announced November 21, 2000, covers American Honda Year 2000 and 2001 Honda XR50R off-road motorcycles (about 22,000 units). The two bolts that attach the handlebars can break. The notice cites 4 incident reports. Consumers should stop using these motorcycles immediately, and call their local Honda motorcycle dealer to schedule a free repair. Recall contact: call (866) 784-1870, or go to www.honda.com.
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
Affected model numbers
The recall includes only years 2000 and 2001 off-road motorcycles with model number XR50R.
Which products are included?
The recall includes only years 2000 and 2001 off-road motorcycles with model number XR50R. They are red, and "50R" is written on the sides of the seat on 2000 models, and on the sides of the tank shroud on the 2001 models. The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) of these motorcycles, listed below, can be found on the left side of the steering head frame tube. - 2000 XR50R motorcycles have VIN ranges from JH2AE03**YK000013 to JH2AE03**YK0016046 - 2001 XR50R motorcycles have VIN ranges from JH2AE03**1K010001 to JH2AE03**1K0110056
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The two bolts that attach the handlebars can break. If the handlebars separate from the motorcycle, the rider loses steering control and can crash, posing the risk of serious injuries.
Incidents and injuries
Honda has received four reports of handlebars separating from these motorcycles. No injuries have been reported. Honda also received four reports of loose handlebars caused by one of the two bolts failing.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using these motorcycles immediately, and call their local Honda motorcycle dealer to schedule a free repair.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- American Honda
- Manufacturer
- American Honda Motor Co. Inc., of Torrance Calif.
- Product type
- Off-road recreational vehicles
- Recall number
- 01-038
- Units
- About 22,000
- Sold at / sales period
- Honda motorcycle dealers nationwide sold these motorcycles, from September 1999 through October 2000, for about $1,300.
Year 2000 and 2001 Honda XR50R off-road motorcycles
CPSC product type: Motorcycles/Dirt Bikes (Off-Road) & Accessories
Recall contact information
To locate their local dealer or for more information, consumers should call American Honda at (866) 784-1870 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or go to the company's website at www.honda.com
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