Honda Recalls 2004-2005 FourTrax ATVs Due to Steering Rod Separation Risk
American Honda is recalling approximately 200,000 2004-2005 FourTrax ATVs because steering rods can separate, causing loss of control and potential crashes.
What this means for you
Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (steering rod separation) that poses a risk of serious injury or death, meeting the criteria for a Severe (4) rating under the rubric for significant injury risk or structural defects.
Plain-English summary
American Honda Motor Co. Inc. is recalling approximately 200,000 2004-2005 FourTrax All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) sold in the United States. The affected vehicles are red, olive, yellow, or blue and have "Honda" written on the fuel tank. The recall includes specific models such as the Rancher, Rancher 4x4, Foreman, Foreman 4x4, Rincon 4x4, and Recon, with specific VIN ranges listed in the official notice.
The recall is being issued because the steering rods on these ATVs can separate. This defect can cause the driver to lose steering control, which could result in a crash and pose a risk of serious injury or death. Honda has received 27 reports of steering rod separation, but no injuries have been reported in connection with this defect.
Consumers should stop using the recalled ATVs immediately. Registered owners will be notified directly by American Honda. All recalled vehicles will be repaired free of charge. 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 www.powersports.honda.com.
The recalled product
- Product
- Honda 2004-2005 FourTrax All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs)
- Affected units
- 200,000
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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