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American Honda Recalls ATVs due to Crash Hazard

Reported: February 21, 2012 Initiated: February 21, 2012 #12722

Product Description

The recalled vehicles are two-wheel drive 2012 Honda FourTrax Rancher ATV models TRX420TE and TRX420TM. The ATVs are red or green and have the word "Honda" on both sides of the fuel tank and the word "Rancher" on the front cowl below the handlebars and on the left rear fender. Rancher models in the following VIN ranges are being recalled: Model VIN Ranges TRX420TE 1HFTE344* C4500841 thru C4502580 TRX420TM 1HFTE340* C4500542 thru C4501681 *Denotes a random alphanumeric identifier: "0-9" or "X" The model number is visible on the right front frame down pipe above the driver's right-hand side front wheel. The VIN is located on the top center front of the frame and is visible looking down between the bars of the gear rack and through the middle opening of the front fairing.

Reason for Recall

A weld on the ATV's front right upper suspension arm can separate, causing the driver to lose control of the vehicle, posing a crash hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using these ATVs and contact their Honda ATV dealer to schedule a free repair.

Details

Units Affected
About 2,900
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2012/American-Honda-Recalls-ATVs-due-to-Crash-Hazard

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
The recalled vehicles are two-wheel drive 2012 Honda FourTrax Rancher ATV models TRX420TE and TRX420TM. The ATVs are red or green and have the word "Honda" on both sides of the fuel tank and the word "Rancher" on the front cowl below the handlebars and on the left rear fender. Rancher models in the following VIN ranges are being recalled: Model VIN Ranges TRX420TE 1HFTE344* C4500841 thru C4502580 TRX420TM 1HFTE340* C4500542 thru C4501681 *Denotes a random alphanumeric identifier: "0-9" or "X" The model number is visible on the right front frame down pipe above the driver's right-hand side front wheel. The VIN is located on the top center front of the frame and is visible looking down between the bars of the gear rack and through the middle opening of the front fairing.. Recalled by American Honda Motor Company, of Torrance, Calif.. Units affected: About 2,900.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
A weld on the ATV's front right upper suspension arm can separate, causing the driver to lose control of the vehicle, posing a crash hazard.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using these ATVs and contact their Honda ATV dealer to schedule a free repair.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on February 21, 2012. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 12722.

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