NHTSA recall 04V163000
Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly
Honda FSC600 and 1 more
Reported Apr 12, 20042,497 vehicles affectedHONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.)Maker’s number P26Built Nov 18, 2002 – Feb 5, 2003
The defect
On certain scooters, some fuel tanks were improperly manufactured and do not meet material strength specifications.
The risk
Engine vibration or riding on bumpy roads could cause these tanks to crack and leak. fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, can result in a fire.
The remedy
Dealers will perform an inspection procedure that identifies defective fuel tanks. if the fuel tank fails the inspection, the dealer will replace it with an updated fuel tank. owner notification began during april 16, 2004. owners should contact honda at 1-866-784-1870.