Motorcycles
Motorcycles was recalled on 23 May 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 0561/08. Fire risk reported by Spain. The product poses a risk of fire because, due to a production problem in the fuel control valve diaphragm, the diaphragm may become permeable, allowing petrol to leak out.
| Alert Number | 0561/08 |
| Brand | HONDA |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Fire |
| Notifying Country | Spain |
| Country of Origin | Italy |
| Model Number | -CBF500 2006 from Italy, 500 cc motorcycle -CBF600 2006 from Italy, 600 cc motorcycle -VT750C 2007 from Japan, 750 cc motorcycle -VTX1300 2007 from the USA, 1300 cc motorcycle |
| Published | 23 May 2008 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of fire because, due to a production problem in the fuel control valve diaphragm, the diaphragm may become permeable, allowing petrol to leak out. This could cause petrol leakage through the vent of the diaphragm, constituting a fire hazard.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary corrective action taken by the manufacturer.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
The affected units are:- CBF500 2006: Units with chassis numbers from: ZDCPC39C*6F035401 to ZDCPC39C*6F038940 and from ZDCPC39A*6F035701 to ZDCPC39A*6F038700 ; type number of approval e3*2002/24*0244- CBF600 2006: Units with chassis numbers from: ZDCPC38E*6F090629 to ZDCPC38E*6F092908, from ZDCPC38F*6F090749 to ZDCPC38F*6F093028, from ZDCPC38A*6F090509 to ZDCPC38A*6F093388 and from ZDCPC38B*6F089789 to ZDCPC38B*6F093208; type number of approval e3*2002/24*0231- VT750C 2007: Units with chassis numbers from: JH2RC50A*7K310001 to JH2RC50A*7K310484, from JH2RC50A*7M301101 to JH2RC50A*7M301497 and from JH2RC50A*7M320001 to JH2RC50A*7M320360; type number of approval e3*2002/24*0239- VTX1300 2007: Units with chassis numbers from: 1HFSC52A*7A400221 to 1HFSC52A*7A401210 type number of approval e4*92/61*0152.
🔥 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a fire hazard related to Motorcycles.
About this risk
This product poses a fire risk due to overheating, faulty components, or flammable materials that do not meet safety standards.
Recommended action
Disconnect the product from any power source and stop using it immediately. Do not leave it unattended. Store it away from flammable materials. Contact the retailer for a refund.
Who is at risk?
All household members. Fire risks are especially dangerous for sleeping areas and children's rooms.