CPSC, Honda Announce Recall of Off-Road Motorcycles
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2000-11-21). Hazards: crash, injury. Models: XR50R. About 22,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 01038 |
| Published | 2000-11-21 |
| Last updated | 2025-12-24 |
| Product category | Motorcycles/Dirt Bikes (Off-Road) & Accessories |
| Products | Year 2000 and 2001 Honda XR50R off-road motorcycles |
| Firm named in the title | Honda |
| Firms | American Honda Motor Co. Inc., of Torrance Calif. (manufacturer) |
| Units (US) | 22,000 |
| Model numbers | XR50R |
| Hazard classes | crash, injury |
| Remedy classes | repair, stop use |
| Sold | Honda motorcycle dealers nationwide sold these motorcycles, from September 1999 through October 2000, for about $1,300. |
Description
The recall includes only years 2000 and 2001 off-road motorcycles with model number XR50R. They are red, and "50R" is written on the sides of the seat on 2000 models, and on the sides of the tank shroud on the 2001 models. The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) of these motorcycles, listed below, can be found on the left side of the steering head frame tube. - 2000 XR50R motorcycles have VIN ranges from JH2AE03**YK000013 to JH2AE03**YK0016046 - 2001 XR50R motorcycles have VIN ranges from JH2AE03**1K010001 to JH2AE03**1K0110056
Hazard
The two bolts that attach the handlebars can break. If the handlebars separate from the motorcycle, the rider loses steering control and can crash, posing the risk of serious injuries.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these motorcycles immediately, and call their local Honda motorcycle dealer to schedule a free repair.
Incidents and injuries
Honda has received four reports of handlebars separating from these motorcycles. No injuries have been reported. Honda also received four reports of loose handlebars caused by one of the two bolts failing.
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