[Recalled] Year 2000 and 2001 Honda XR50R off-road motorcycles — The recall includes only years 2000 and 2001 off-road motorcycles with model nu… | CPSC 2000-11-21
This is an official product-safety recall record. Below are the verified details from the issuing authority, in plain language.
Recall details
| Product | Year 2000 and 2001 Honda XR50R off-road motorcycles |
|---|---|
| Brand / manufacturer | American Honda Motor Co. Inc., of Torrance Calif. |
| Category | consumer_product |
| Issuing authority | CPSC |
| Reference | 01038 |
| Country of notice | United States |
| Hazard type | recall |
| Notice date | 21 November 2000 |
Why it was recalled
According to the CPSC notice, the identified hazard is: The recall includes only years 2000 and 2001 off-road motorcycles with model number XR50R. They are red, and "50R" is written on the sides of the seat on 2000 models, and on the sides of the tank shroud on the 2001 models. The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) of these motorcycles, listed below, can be found on the left side of the steering head frame tube. - 2000 XR50R motorcycles have VIN ranges from JH2AE03**YK000013 to JH2AE03**YK0016046 - 2001 XR50R motorcycles have VIN ranges from JH2AE03**1K010001 to JH2AE03**1K0110056 Hazards: The two bolts that attach the handlebars can break. If the handlebars separate from the motorcycle, the rider loses steering control and can crash, posing the risk of serious injuries.
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