NHTSA Recall 07V359000
NHTSA Campaign Id 07V359000; Date: Aug. 15, 2007
As a result, a loss of critical lighting or engine power could occur without warning, which could cause a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2002 Honda VFR800; 2003 Honda VFR800; 2004 Honda VFR800; 2005 Honda VFR800
Component: Electrical System:wiring
Manufactured by: Honda (american Honda Motor Co. )
Affected Units:: 6,952
Recall Summary:
On certain motorcycles, the front fairing sub-harness (section of the wiring harness) transfers the electrical grounding load of the headlights, front turn signals, instrument panel, and various relays to the main wiring harness via an 18-pin connector. Under certain conditions, the ground wire terminals inside the connector can overheat, resulting in melting of the connector and a loss of power to various circuits.
How to Fix:
Dealers will install a re-designed sub-harness. If damage is found, the main wiring harness will also be replaced free of charge. An interim letter was mailed to owners on September 26, 2007. Owners were re-notified on November 10, 2007, to take their motorcycles to dealers to have the parts installed. Owners may contact Honda at 1-866-784-1870.
Recall Notes:
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Nov 5, 2007
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