ATVs Recalled By American Honda Motor Co. Due to Loss of Speed Control
Recall 08535 · Jan 9, 2008 · American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
46,000
units affected
46,000
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 08535
- Date
- Jan 9, 2008
- Company
- American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
- Units affected
- 46,000
- Product
- Model Year 2007 Honda TRX 500 ATVs
- Product type
- All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs)
- Hazard
- Injury
The product
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.
What can happen
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.
The fix
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.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- Honda has received two reported incidents of the throttle sticking, no injuries have been reported.
- Sold at
- Honda ATV dealers nationwide from June 2006 through December 2007 for between $6,500 and $7,600.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled model year 2007 honda trx 500 atvs?
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.
What is the 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.
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.