The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·16V109000·Announced 2016-02-25

Honda Recalls 2014 NSS300 Scooters for Rear Brake Line Leak

Honda is recalling 2014 NSS300 and NSS300A scooters because improperly tightened rear brake lines may leak fluid, reducing braking function and increasing crash risk.

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 in the braking system that increases the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating under the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2014 NSS300 and NSS300A scooters manufactured between June 18, 2013, and September 12, 2013. The recall addresses a defect where the rear brake line connection may have been improperly tightened, which can allow brake fluid to leak.

If the rear brake line leaks, there is a reduction or loss of rear brake pressure, which compromises rear braking function and increases the risk of a crash. No specific number of affected units is provided in the source text.

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the rear brake line connection to specification and fill the rear brake fluid reservoir as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on March 24, 2016. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-866-784-1870 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
HONDA NSS300
Brand
HONDA
Manufacturer
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Category
Vehicle — Scooter
Hazard
Affected units
1,984

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • NSS300

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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