Reported Sep 12, 19837,078 vehicles affectedAMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.Built Nov 1, 1982 – Apr 1, 1983
The defect
Handlebar tube and handlebar arm do not fit securely because the inside diameter of the handlebar tube IS incorrect. This causes stress to bear directly on a pin.
The remedy
Dealer will replace handlebar assembly with a corrected type free of charge.
Vehicle description: motorcycles.system: structure; handlebars.consequences of defect: if the pin breaks due to stress, the handlebar tubecould become loose, followed by possible loss of vehicle control and anaccident.note: if looseness IS detected in handlebars, the motorcycle should not beridden until the vehicle can be inspected and repaired.