NHTSA Campaign Id 78V033000; Date: Feb. 15, 1978
1975 Honda 1000; 1976 Honda 1000; 1977 Honda 1000; 1978 Honda 1000; 1975 Honda 750; 1976 Honda 750; 1977 Honda 750; 1978 Honda 750
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:disc
Manufactured by: American Honda Motor Co.
Affected Units:: 118,544
During vehicle operation in heavy rain, there may be a noticeable initial reduction in the effectiveness of the rear disc brake, followed by a gradual recovery to normal, dry condition effectiveness. If pedal force is not increased to compensate, longer stopping distances will result. If pedal force is not reduced after recovery, a rear wheel skid could result.
The dealer will replace rear brake pads with pads which will improve braking performance in wet weather.
Vehicle description: motorcycles. System: service brakes; rear disc brakes. Consequences of defect: either condition, increased stopping distances or rearwheel skid, could cause loss of vehicle control and an accident.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Apr 3, 1978
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