NHTSA campaign 85V120000

AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO. recall 85V120000

THE KICKSTAND SYSTEM MAY EXPERIENCE SOME ENGINE KICKBACK DUE TO IMPROPER STARTING PROCEDURE. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: FAILURE TO FOLLOW PROPER STARTING PROCEDURES MAY RESULT IN INJURY TO THE RIDERS LEG.

Reported 10/04/1985

Repair

REVISE PAGE OF OWNERS MANUAL AND PROVIDE LABEL TO BE AFFIXED TO GAS TANK CLARIFYING STARTING PROCEDURE.

Components

  • Electrical system: Alternator/generator/regulator

Affected years and models

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