The Recall Desk
Our severity:HighCPSC·08535·Announced 2008-01-09

Honda Recalls 2007 TRX 500 ATVs Due to Throttle Sticking Risk

American Honda is recalling about 46,000 Model Year 2007 Honda TRX 500 ATVs because water in the throttle sensor can cause the throttle to stick open, posing a risk of injury or death.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 3/5 (High).

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product where the hazard description explicitly states a risk of injury or death, but the source text confirms that no injuries have been reported to date.

Plain-English summary

American Honda Motor Co., Inc. is recalling about 46,000 Model Year 2007 Honda TRX 500 ATVs, also known as the Honda Foreman and Foreman Rubicon. These adult-size ATVs are designed for riders age 16 and older and were sold at Honda ATV dealers nationwide from June 2006 through December 2007 for between $6,500 and $7,600.

The recall is due to a defect where water can enter the throttle position sensor and freeze. If the rider forces the throttle lever, this can cause permanent damage and result in the throttle sticking open. This condition poses a risk of injury or death to riders. Honda has received two reported incidents of the throttle sticking, but no injuries have been reported.

Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled ATVs and contact any Honda ATV dealer to schedule a free repair. Registered owners have been sent direct notice. For additional information, consumers can contact Honda 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
Model Year 2007 Honda TRX 500 ATVs
Manufacturer
American Honda Motor Co., Inc. of Torrance, Calif.
Category
Vehicle — ATV
Hazard
Affected units
46,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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