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2008 Honda Cbr1000rr recall: hoses/lines/piping/fittings

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) reported this safety recall on May 21, 2009. It covers about 12,894 vehicles.

vehicles affected
12,894
reported
May 21, 2009
owners notified
Jun 6, 2009
related complaints
15

Engine and engine cooling: cooling system: hoses/lines/piping/fittings

What is wrong
Honda is recalling 12,894 my 2008 cbr1000rr motorcycles. A coolant hose clamp located on the water pump cover may break due to fatigue caused by vibration generated at continuous high engine speeds.
Risk
If the clamp breaks, hot coolant can spray onto the riders left lower leg causing scalding to the rider.
Remedy
Dealers will install the new coolant hose clamp free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on or before june 6, 2009. Owners may contact honda at 866‑784‑1870.

Recall number 09V174000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 15 complaints about engine problems.

2008 Honda Cbr1000rr

Questions about recall 09V174000

Is there a recall on the 2008 Honda Cbr1000rr hoses/lines/piping/fittings?

Yes. Recall 09V174000, reported on May 21, 2009, covers about 12,894 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 09V174000?

Dealers will install the new coolant hose clamp free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on or before june 6, 2009. Owners may contact honda at 866‑784‑1870.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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