NHTSA recall 09V174000
Engine and engine cooling › Cooling system › Hoses/lines/piping/fittings
Honda CBR1000RR
Reported May 21, 200912,894 vehicles affectedHONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.)Maker’s number R08Built Nov 16, 2007 – Mar 19, 2008
The defect
Honda IS recalling 12,894 my 2008 cbr1000rr motorcycles. a coolant hose clamp located on the water pump cover may break due to fatigue caused by vibration generated at continuous high engine speeds.
The risk
If the clamp breaks, hot coolant can spray onto the riders left lower leg causing scalding to the rider.
The remedy
Dealers will install the new coolant hose clamp free of charge. the recall IS expected to begin on or before june 6, 2009. owners may contact honda at 866-784-1870.