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Off-Road Motorcycles Recalled by American Honda Due to Crash and Injury Hazards (Recall Alert)

Recall 21-741 · April 29, 2021 · American Honda

What to doConsumers should immediately stop using the recalled off-road motorcycles and contact an authorized Honda Powersports dealer to schedule an appointment for a free repair. Honda is contacting all known purchasers directly.

Read the official CPSC notice

Recall at a glance

Recall number
21-741 (CPSC)
Recall date
April 29, 2021
Brand
American Honda
Category
Other consumer products
Products
CRF450R Off-Road Motorcycles
Hazard
Crash and Injury Hazards (Recall Alert)
Hazard type
Crashes and loss of control
Remedy
Repair
Units
About 536
Made in
Japan
Last updated by CPSC
April 29, 2021

What was recalled

This recall involves 2021 model year CRF450R off-road motorcycles. The motorcycles were sold in red, with the model name CRF450R printed on a label located on both sides of the motorcycle. Honda is printed on the front and both sides of the motorcycle. Motorcycles with the last six digits of the VIN number between 400223 and 401056 are included in this recall. The VIN number is stamped on the frame at the head tube behind the front suspension fork.

Is my product affected?

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

  • CRF450R Off-Road Motorcycles · About 536 units

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Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: Authorized Honda Powersports dealers nationwide from August 2020 through March 2021 for about $9,600.; American Honda Motor Co. Inc., of Torrance, Calif..

Injuries or incidents reported

The firm has received two reports of the off-road motorcycle's drive chain breaking. No injuries have been reported.

Consumer contact

American Honda toll-free at 866-784-1870 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or online at http://powersports.honda.com/ and click on "Recall Information" at the bottom of the page for more information.

Recall history and context

American Honda appears in 26 CPSC recalls on record. See all American Honda recalls.

Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 399 recalls in the other consumer products category, 68 recalls of them in the past 12 months.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

CRF450R Off-Road Motorcycles (About 536 units). This recall involves 2021 model year CRF450R off-road motorcycles.

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Crash and Injury Hazards (Recall Alert).

What should I do if I own one?

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled off-road motorcycles and contact an authorized Honda Powersports dealer to schedule an appointment for a free repair. Honda is contacting all known purchasers directly.

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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on April 29, 2021. 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.