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U.S. Consumer Product Safety CommissionRecalled 2008-07-17

All-Terrain Vehicles Recalled By American Honda Motor Co. Due to Risk of Loss of Control Hazard

Is my product affected?

Model Year 2007-2008 TRX 420 Rancher ATVs

  • Brand American Honda Motor Co. Inc., of Torrance, Calif.

Check against the official notice below — it lists the full affected range.

What happened

American Honda Motor Co. is recalling Model Year 2007-08 Honda TRX420 ATVs, also known as Honda FourTrax Rancher 4X4, due to a safety hazard involving the rubber CV (constant velocity) boots. If these boots become punctured or torn, the CV joints can become contaminated, leading to severe binding that could cause sudden loss of steering control. This poses a risk of injury or death to riders. The recalled ATVs are adult-size models designed for riders age 16 and older and are available in red, black, olive, and camouflage colors.

According to the recall notice, consumers who own affected ATVs should immediately stop using them and contact any Honda ATV dealer to schedule a free repair appointment. Registered owners of the recalled ATVs have been sent direct notices about this recall.

Written by software from the official notice below. Not reviewed by a lawyer.

Hazard

If the ATV's rubber CV (constant velocity) boots get punctured or torn the joint will become contaminated and severe binding of the CV joints could occur, resulting in the sudden loss of steering control. This poses a risk of injury or death to riders.

What should I do?

Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled ATVs 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.

Details from the source

This recall involves Model Year 2007-08 Honda TRX420 ATVs, also known as the Honda FourTrax Rancher 4X4. These are adult-size ATVs designed for use by riders age 16 and older. The recalled ATVs are available in red, black, olive, and camouflage. The Honda name and wing logo are printed on the fuel tank. The model year is printed on a label located on the frame behind the left front wheel. The model name "Rancher" is on a label at the left rear of the ATV.

Source

Official record: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission ↗

Republished from the official source above; details can change — the source record controls.

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