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CPSC, American Honda Motor Corp. Announce Recall of All-Terrain Vehicles

Recall 06-516 · December 14, 2005 · American Honda Motor

What to doConsumers 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.

Read the official CPSC notice

Recall at a glance

Recall number
06-516 (CPSC)
Recall date
December 14, 2005
Brand
American Honda Motor
Category
Sports, bikes and outdoor
Products
Honda Model Year 2005 and 2006 TRX400EX ATVs
Units
About 24,000
Made in
United States
Last updated by CPSC
July 30, 2024

What was recalled

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.

Is my product affected?

Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.

  • Honda Model Year 2005 and 2006 TRX400EX ATVs · About 24,000 units

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Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: Honda dealers nationwide from September 2004 through November 2005 for around $5,900.; American Honda Motor Corp. Inc., of Torrance, Calif..

Injuries or incidents reported

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.

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

Recall history and context

American Honda Motor appears in 19 CPSC recalls on record. See all American Honda Motor recalls.

Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 451 recalls in the sports, bikes and outdoor category, 74 recalls of them in the past 12 months.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

Honda Model Year 2005 and 2006 TRX400EX ATVs (About 24,000 units). The recall involves Honda 2005 and 2006 model year TRX400EX ATVs.

What should I do if I own one?

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.

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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on July 30, 2024. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.