NHTSA Recall 04V163000
NHTSA Campaign Id 04V163000; Date: Apr. 12, 2004
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.
Recalled Vehicles:
2003 Honda FSC600; 2003 Honda Silver Wing
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly
Manufactured by: Honda (american Honda Motor Co. )
Affected Units:: 2,497
Recall Summary:
On certain scooters, some fuel tanks were improperly manufactured and do not meet material strength specifications.
How to Fix:
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.
Recall Notes:
Honda recall no. P26. Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Apr 16, 2004
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