Motorcycle Equipment Recall - Honda Genuine Accessory Centerstand kit for 2016-2018 Africa Twin
By Walter F. Kern
NHTSA Campaign ID:
18E078000
Component:
Equipment
Manufacturer:
Honda
Recall Date: 8/03/2018
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Potential Number of Units Affected: 2,933
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Defect Summary:
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain Honda Genuine Accessory Centerstand Kits, part number 08M70-MJP-G50, sold for
possible installation on 2016-2018 Africa Twin motorcycles. The circlip can break allowing the centerstand to detach.
Consequence Summary:
If the centerstand detaches while moving, it can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
If the centerstand detaches while the motorcycle is parked on the centerstand, the motorcycle can fall over, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Summary:
Honda will notify all registered owners of 2016-2018 Honda Africa Twins advising them that if they purchased the affected
centerstand kit, not to use it and to take the motorcycle to a dealer.
Dealers will replace the circlip and washer, free of charge.
The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule.
Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is KJ5.
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