CPSC recall · Reported April 29, 2021
Off-Road Motorcycles Recalled by American Honda Due to Crash and Injury Hazards (Recall Alert)
The motorcycle's drive chain can break while in use, causing the vehicle to suddenly lose its drive force, posing crash and injury hazards to the rider.
American Honda Motor Co. Inc., of Torrance, Calif. recalled This recall involves 2021 model year CRF450R off-road motorcycles. The motorcycles were s….
Off-Road Motorcycles Recalled by American Honda Due to Crash and Injury Hazards (Recall A… was recalled by American Honda Motor Co. Inc., of Torrance, Calif. in April 29, 2021. Reason: The motorcycle's drive chain can break while in use, causing the vehicle to suddenly lose its drive force, po…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled off-road motorcycles and contact an …. Verify recall #21741 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
American Honda Motor Co. Inc., of Torrance, Calif. issued this CPSC recall-The motorcycle's drive chain can break while in use, causing the vehicle to suddenly lose its drive force, po….
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- April 29, 2021
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #21741 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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Product description
This recall involves 2021 model year CRF450R off-road motorcycles. The motorcycles were sold in red, with the model name CRF450R printed on a label located on both sides of the motorcycle. Honda is printed on the front and both sides of the motorcycle. Motorcycles with the last six digits of the VIN number between 400223 and 401056 are included in this recall. The VIN number is stamped on the frame at the head tube behind the front suspension fork.
Reason for recall
The motorcycle's drive chain can break while in use, causing the vehicle to suddenly lose its drive force, posing crash and injury hazards to the rider.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled off-road motorcycles and contact an authorized Honda Powersports dealer to schedule an appointment for a free repair. Honda is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 21741 |
| Date reported | April 29, 2021 |
| Date initiated | April 29, 2021 |
| Recalling firm | American Honda Motor Co. Inc., of Torrance, Calif. |
| Affected scope | About 536 |
| 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 immediately stop using the recalled off-road motorcycles and contact an authorized Honda Powersports dealer to s…
- Check the recall number (21741) 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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