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Recall Alert
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Office of Information and Public Affairs
Washington, DC 20207
May 8, 2008
Alert #08-570
American Honda Motor Co. Recalls ATVs Due to
Loss of Steering Control
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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.
Name of Product: Model Year 2008 Honda TRX500
ATVs
Units: About 1,400
Manufacturer: American Honda Motor Co. Inc., of
Torrance, Calif.
Hazard: The electric power steering shaft of the
recalled ATVs could break unexpectedly,
resulting in the rider’s losing steering
control. This poses a risk of injury or death to
riders.
Incidents/Injuries: No incidents or injuries
have been reported.
Description: This recall involves Model Year
2008 Honda TRX500 ATVs equipped with electric
power steering, also known as the Honda FourTrax
Foreman 4X4 with electric power steering. The
adult-size ATVs are designed for use by riders
age 16 and older. The ATVs are available in red,
black, olive, white, and camouflage. “Honda” and
wing logo are printed on the fuel tank and
“TRX500” is printed on the side panel just below
the seat.
Sold by: Honda ATV dealers nationwide from
October 2007 through March 2008 for between
$6,850 and $7,400.
Manufactured in: United States
Remedy: Consumers should stop using these
recalled ATVs immediately 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.
Consumer Contact: For additional information,
consumers can contact Honda toll-free at (866)
784-1870 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday
through Friday, or visit the company’s website
at
www.powersports.honda.com
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