Fireblade CBR1000RR: Stop Sale and Safety Recall

Honda launched a Safety Recall of up to 2,500 model year 2017 CBR1000RR, CBR1000RR ABS, CBR1000RR SP (not CBR1000RR SP2) motorcycles to replace the fuel cap assembly. A 'Stop Sale' has also been issued to all dealers in North America.

If the fuel cap seal swells, a gap can open between the fuel tank cap seal and the fuel filler neck. The gap could allow water to enter the fuel tank from the outside. If water enters the fuel tank, it may cause engine stalling. An engine stall could result in the loss of power and may increase the risk of a crash.

Want to check your VIN #? Honda has a special section of their website set aside for recall information. Honda will automatically be shipping parts to repair units in the near future. The recall is expected to begin December 4, 2017. Owners may contact 1-866-784-1870. Honda’s number for this recall is KH7. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration campaign number for the recall is 17V681000.

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to https://www.safercar.gov/

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