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Motorcycle Recall - Honda

NHTSA Campaign ID:  09V174000
Component:  Engine and Engine Cooling: Cooling System: Hose
Manufacturer:  American Honda Motor Co
Recall Date: 05/19/2009
Potential Number of Units Affected: 12894
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Defect Summary:
Honda is recalling 12,894 model year 2008 CBR1000RR vehicles. A coolant hose clamp located on the water pump cover may break due to fatigue caused by vibration generated at continuous high engine speeds.
Consequence Summary:
If the clamp breaks, hot coolant can spray onto the riders left lower leg causing scalding to the rider.
Corrective Summary:
Dealers will install the new coolant hose clamp free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on or before June 6, 2009. Owners may contact Honda at 866-784-1870.

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