Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
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…
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American Honda Motor Co. Inc., of Torrance Calif. recalled The recall includes only years 2000 and 2001 off-road motorcycles with model number XR50R… - a moderate-severity action.
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 moderate-severity CPSC recall-The two bolts that attach the handlebars can break. If the handlebars separate from the motorcycle, the rider….
- Moderate
- severity level
- November 21, 2000
- reported
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 CPSC action (record #01038) was formally reported on November 21, 2000. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. American Honda Motor Co. Inc., of Torrance Calif. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 22,000.
The documented reason for this recall is: 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. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should stop using these motorcycles immediately, and call their local Honda motorcycle dealer to schedule a free repair. - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 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.
Vehicles recalls over time
Where this recall sits in its category - 7,642 vehicles recalls on record
Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.
Affected scope
About 22,000
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
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 | Moderate |
| 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
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. Recalled by American Honda Motor Co. Inc., of Torrance Calif.. Units affected: About 22,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
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.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should stop using these motorcycles immediately, and call their local Honda motorcycle dealer to schedule a free repair.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on November 21, 2000. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 01038.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (01038) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.
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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: CPSC, reported November 21, 2000. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.