CPSC, American Honda Motor Corp.
Announce Recall of ATVs
2005 & 2006 TRX400EX
Washington, DC (12/14/05) - The following
product safety recall was voluntarily conducted by the
firm in cooperation with the CPSC. Consumers should
stop using the product immediately unless otherwise
instructed.
Product: Honda Model Year 2005 and
2006 TRX400EX ATVs
Units: About 24,000
Manufacturer: American Honda Motor
Corp. Inc., of Torrance, Calif.
Hazard: A safety defect could exist
in the transmission that could allow the rider to downshift
from 1st gear into reverse without operating the reverse
assist (lockout) lever. The reverse lockout spring may
not have been properly installed. Unintended engagement
of reverse gear while moving forward could lock the
rear wheels and cause the rider to lose control.
Incidents/Injuries: American Honda
Motor Corp. has received four warranty claims about
this problem; three indicating the spring was out of
position. No incidents or injuries have been reported.
Description: The recall involves Honda
2005 and 2006 model year TRX400EX ATVs. They are adult-sized
ATVs designed for use by riders age 16 and older. The
2005 model year ATVs are available in red and yellow.
The 2006 model year ATVs are available in red or black.
The TRX400EX model name is on the fuel tank and Honda
is in white letters on the seat.
Manufactured in: United States
Sold by: Honda dealers nationwide
from September 2004 through November 2005 for around
$5,900.
What to Do: Consumers should stop
using these recalled ATVs until the repair has been
completed. Please call any Honda ATV dealer to make
an appointment to have your ATV repaired. The dealer
will install a kit to prevent the shift problem. Consumers
with the recalled ATVs have been sent direct notice
via U.S. mail.
Consumer 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
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