All-Terrain Vehicles Recalled By American Honda Motor Co. Due to Risk of Loss of Control Hazard
Recall 08595 · Jul 17, 2008 · American Honda Motor Co. Inc.
42,000
units affected
42,000
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 08595
- Date
- Jul 17, 2008
- Company
- American Honda Motor Co. Inc.
- Units affected
- 42,000
- Product
- Model Year 2007-2008 TRX 420 Rancher ATVs
- Product type
- All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs)
- Hazard
- Crash risk
The product
This recall involves Model Year 2007-08 Honda TRX420 ATVs, also known as the Honda FourTrax Rancher 4X4. These are adult-size ATVs designed for use by riders age 16 and older. The recalled ATVs are available in red, black, olive, and camouflage. The Honda name and wing logo are printed on the fuel tank. The model year is printed on a label located on the frame behind the left front wheel. The model name "Rancher" is on a label at the left rear of the ATV.
What can happen
If the ATV's rubber CV (constant velocity) boots get punctured or torn the joint will become contaminated and severe binding of the CV joints could occur, resulting in the sudden loss of steering control. This poses a risk of injury or death to riders.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled ATVs 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.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- None.
- Sold at
- Honda ATV dealers nationwide from January 2007 through May 2008 for between $5,300 and $5,600.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled model year 2007-2008 trx 420 rancher atvs?
Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled ATVs 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.
What is the hazard?
If the ATV's rubber CV (constant velocity) boots get punctured or torn the joint will become contaminated and severe binding of the CV joints could occur, resulting in the sudden loss of steering control. This poses a risk of injury or death to riders.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.