STOP SALE NOTICE: 2015 and 2016 CRF450R
Honda is launching a SAFETY RECALL of all model year 2015 and 2016 CRF450R motorcycles to replace a potentially defective transmission C5 gear. The transmission C5 gear dogs lack fatigue strength and may break. If a C5 gear dog breaks, the transmission can seize and cause the rear wheel to lock. A rear wheel that locks while riding increases the risk of a crash.
Effective immediately, YOU MUST NOT SELL any NEW or USED 2015 or 2016 CRF450R.
AFFECTED UNITS
2015 CRF450RAll Units
2016 CRF450RAll Units
To search for applicable recalls on a specific unit, use Unit Information on iN (effective August 15).
To manage your affected inventory, use eResponsibility Report (effective August 15).
SERVICE BULLETIN
Service Bulletin CRF450 #4, which includes the affected models, repair procedure, parts information, as well as warranty claim information, will be published on iN on August 25, 2017.
PARTS INFORMATION
A remedy part is available to correct the condition. Further parts availability information will be included in the forthcoming Service Bulletin.
CUSTOMER NOTIFICATION
AHM intends to mail customer letters as early as possible, pending approval from applicable government regulatory agencies