Honda recalls 221 of its most expensive motorcycles for faulty fuel pump
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Honda Vietnam is recalling 221 of its two most expensive motorcycles, the CBR1000RR Fireblade and Gold Wing, for faulty fuel pumps that could cause their engine to stall.
The 74 CBR1000RRs and 147 Gold Wings were manufactured in Japan between September 2017 and March 2023 and imported to Vietnam.
Due to changes in production methods, the faulty fuel pump impeller could get deformed, preventing fuel from flowing into the engine, Honda Vietnam said.
This could make starting the engine difficult and potentially cause the vehicle to shut down, it said.
While no accidents have been reported in Vietnam due to the defect, the company advised owners to bring their vehicles to authorized dealers to get them fixed, a task that should take around an hour.
The recall started on March 29 and will go on for two years.
CBR1000RRs were once previously recalled in April 2022 for faulty oil cooler pipes that could overheat and melt, causing oil leakages.
The CBR1000RR is currently priced at VND1.05 billion (US$41,400) and the Gold Wing at VND1.23 billion ($48,500).
Questions & Answers
Q.Which specific motorcycle models are affected by this recall?
Which specific motorcycle models are affected by this recall?
The recall affects Honda's CBR1000RR Fireblade and Gold Wing models. There are 74 CBR1000RRs and 147 Gold Wings included in the recall in Vietnam.
Q.What is the primary issue with the faulty fuel pumps?
What is the primary issue with the faulty fuel pumps?
The faulty fuel pump impeller could deform due to changes in production methods. This deformation prevents fuel from flowing correctly into the engine, making starting difficult and potentially causing stalls.
Q.Has this defect caused any accidents in Vietnam?
Has this defect caused any accidents in Vietnam?
No accidents have been reported in Vietnam due to this particular defect. Honda Vietnam has still advised owners to bring their vehicles to authorised dealers for repairs.
Q.How long will the recall period last and what is the expected repair time?
How long will the recall period last and what is the expected repair time?
The recall began on March 29 and will continue for two years. Owners should expect the repair work to take approximately an hour at an authorised dealer.
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