2017 Honda CBR1000RR - Fuel System, Gasoline recall
NHTSA campaign: 17V681000
2,443 vehicles potentially affected
- Model year
- 2017
- Make
- Honda
- Model
- CBR1000RR
- Manufacturer
- Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Component
- FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP
- Potential units affected
- 2,443 (NHTSA estimate of the at-risk population)
- Reported
- 2017-10-26
What’s the problem?
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017 Honda CBR1000RR and CBR1000RR SP motorcycles. There may be a gap between the fuel tank cap seal and the fuel filler neck which can allow water to enter the fuel tank.
What could happen?
If water enters the gas tank, the engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
What’s the fix?
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank cap. If water has gotten into the fuel tank, the affected components will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on December 22, 2017. Owners may contact 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is KH7.