American Honda Motor Co Inc — Honda SXS1000
What are the defects?
Due to poor quality fuel, or insufficient maintenance, the engine may misfire, causing the muffler to overheat. If the vehicle continues to be used when it is malfunctioning, it may melt the muffler heat shield.
What are the hazards?
If the plastic heat shield melts it may lead to a fire and/or burn hazard.
What should consumers do?
Honda will contact affected owners by mail and advise them to contact their nearest authorised Honda Dealer to arrange a free repair.
For more information, consumer should contact their authorised Honda Motorcycle Dealer directly or contact the Customer Relations Department on 1300 559 846 (Monday to Friday, 8.30am - 6pm) or via the website https://motorcycles.honda.com.au/contactus
Authorised Honda Motorcycle Dealers
- 1 April 2016 - 23 April 2018
Responsible regulator
Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is the responsible regulator for this recall.
