Honda TRX500FE and TRX500FM ATVs
Published 25 September 2013
Product
Honda All Terrain Four Wheeled Motorcycles Identifying features description 1HFTE38UXC4000002 to 1HFTE38U1C4001801 (2012 TRX500FM) 1HFTE38U0C4060001 to 1HFTE38UXC4061320 (2012 TRX500FE) 1HFTE38U2D4100001 to 1HFTE38U1D4100300 (2013 TRX500FM) 1HFTE38U5D4160001 to 1HFTE38U9D4160180 (2013 TRX500FE)
Why it was recalled
During the assembly process, some slight bending of the steering shaft may have occurred, causing microscopic cracks to appear. If left unchecked, this may result in breaking of the shaft during normal use.
Hazard
If the shaft breaks, loss of control of the steering will occur, which may cause the rider to crash.
Source: Product Safety Australia. RecallMatch AU provides a screening summary and is independent of the ACCC.