Honda is recalling certain 2017 Honda VT1300CX Fury motorcycles and 2010 and
— Recall Campaign #17V805000
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017 Honda VT1300CX Fury motorcycles and 2010 and 2016 Honda VT1300CX Fury motorcycles that received a replacement fuel tank. The fuel tank may be missing welds around the mounting bracket.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 20 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
17V805000
| Manufacturer: | Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | December 13, 2017 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 17V805000 |
| Units affected: | 20 |
- Description:
- Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017 Honda VT1300CX Fury motorcycles and 2010 and 2016 Honda VT1300CX Fury motorcycles that received a replacement fuel tank. The fuel tank may be missing welds around the mounting bracket.
- Consequeces:
- If the welds are missing, the mounting bracket can separate from the tank, allowing fuel to leak and increasing the risk of a fire in the presence of an ignition source.
- Corrective action:
- Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel tank welds and, as necessary, replace the fuel tank, free of charge. The recall began December 14, 2017. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.
- Notes:
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.