HONDA CBR1000RR 2017: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 17V681000

Make Model Year
HONDA CBR1000RR 2017
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2017-12-22 2017-10-26 2017-10-30

Production Dates: 2016-11-22 - 2017-05-31

Manufacturers Involved: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)

Manufacturer Campaign Number: KH7

Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 2443

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

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.

Consequence

If water enters the gas tank, the engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

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.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov.