CPSC recall · Reported November 21, 2000
CPSC, Honda Announce Recall of Off-Road Motorcycles
The two bolts that attach the handlebars can break. If the handlebars separate from the motorcycle, the rider loses steering control and can crash, posing the risk of serious inju…
American Honda Motor Co. Inc., of Torrance Calif. recalled The recall includes only years 2000 and 2001 off-road motorcycles with model number XR50R….
CPSC, Honda Announce Recall of Off-Road Motorcycles was recalled by American Honda Motor Co. Inc., of Torrance Calif. in November 21, 2000. Reason: The two bolts that attach the handlebars can break. If the handlebars separate from the motorcycle, the rider…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using these motorcycles immediately, and call their local Honda mot…. Verify recall #01038 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
American Honda Motor Co. Inc., of Torrance Calif. issued this CPSC recall-The two bolts that attach the handlebars can break. If the handlebars separate from the motorcycle, the rider….
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- agency class
- November 21, 2000
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #01038 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 3 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
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Where this recall sits in its category - 7,783 vehicles recalls on record
Product description
The recall includes only years 2000 and 2001 off-road motorcycles with model number XR50R. They are red, and "50R" is written on the sides of the seat on 2000 models, and on the sides of the tank shroud on the 2001 models. The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) of these motorcycles, listed below, can be found on the left side of the steering head frame tube. - 2000 XR50R motorcycles have VIN ranges from JH2AE03**YK000013 to JH2AE03**YK0016046 - 2001 XR50R motorcycles have VIN ranges from JH2AE03**1K010001 to JH2AE03**1K0110056
Reason for recall
The two bolts that attach the handlebars can break. If the handlebars separate from the motorcycle, the rider loses steering control and can crash, posing the risk of serious injuries.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should stop using these motorcycles immediately, and call their local Honda motorcycle dealer to schedule a free repair.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 01038 |
| Date reported | November 21, 2000 |
| Date initiated | November 21, 2000 |
| Recalling firm | American Honda Motor Co. Inc., of Torrance Calif. |
| Affected scope | About 22,000 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should stop using these motorcycles immediately, and call their local Honda motorcycle dealer to schedule a free repair.
- Check the recall number (01038) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
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