Honda Issues Recall On California Model Fury
Japanese motorcycle manufacturer, Honda is recalling 2010 VT1300CX/A models sold in the California. Honda, in accordance with the requirements of the Environmental Protection Agency and the California Air Resources Board, issued a emissions recall campagin. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. has determined that a defect that relates to emissions regulations exists in certain 2010 VT1300CX/A Fury motorcycles. On affected units, "Breather tube A" (a rubber hose elbow) may deteriorate and crack. This part is a component of the crankcase breather and PAIR systems. If the part fails in either system the motorcycle will no longer meet state and federal emissions regulations.
Letter provided by Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
November 2009
IMPORTANT EMISSIONS RECALL
NOTICEDear California Resident and VT1300CX/A
Owner:
This notice is sent to you in accordance with the requirements of
the Environmental Protection Agency and the California Air
Resources Board. American Honda is conducting an emissions recall
of certain Honda 2010 model year VT1300CX/A Fury motorcycles. Our
records indicate you own one of these vehicles.
What is the reason for this notice?
Honda Motor Co., Ltd. has determined that a defect related to
emissions regulations exists in 2010 model year VT1300CX/A Fury
motorcycles. Over time, "Breather tube A" (a rubber hose elbow) may
deteriorate and crack. This part is used in the crankcase emission
control system and in the exhaust emissions control system. If the
part fails in either system the motorcycle will no longer meet
state and federal emissions regulations.
IMPORTANT EMISSIONS RECALL NOTICE Dear California Resident and
VT1300CX/A Owner: This notice is sent to you in accordance with the
requirements of the Environmental Protection Agency and the
California Air Resources Board. American Honda is conducting an
emissions recall of certain Honda 2010 model year VT1300CX/A Fury
motorcycles. Our records indicate you own one of these vehicles.
Honda Motor Co., Ltd. has determined that a defect related to
emissions regulations exists in 2010 model year VT1300CX/A Fury
motorcycles. Over time, "Breather tube A" (a rubber hose elbow) may
deteriorate and crack. This part is used in the crankcase emission
control system and in the exhaust emissions control system. If the
part fails in either system the motorcycle will no longer meet
state and federal emissions regulations.
Emission Consequence
A defective Breather Tube A will cause the motorcycle to emit
excessive crankcase and/or exhaust emissions into the atmosphere,
and the motorcycle will no longer meet state and federal
regulations. Your motorcycle may fail a state or local emissions
inspection if you do not have this recall repair done. It is very
important that your motorcycle meet the mandated emissions
regulations.
What should you do?
Please call your authorized Honda motorcycle dealer and make an
appointment to have your VT1300CX/A repaired. Two updated "Breather
Tube A" rubber elbows will be installed on your VT1300CX/A free of
charge. Although the repair will take less than one hour, please
plan to leave your VT1300CX/A for a day to allow the dealer
flexibility in scheduling.
Consequence of not repairing your motorcycle
The California DMV will not renew your registration until this
emissions recall has been completed. After completing the repair
procedure, your dealer will give you a Vehicle Emission Recall -
Proof of Correction certificate. Keep this certificate for your
records as proof that the emissions recall was completed. Submit
the
certificate to the DMV only if the DMV requests it. Please make
sure the dealer completes the repair and gives you the
certificate.
Who to contact for help
Contact your Honda motorcycle dealer for help. Should you need
assistance in locating a Honda dealer, please visit our website at
http://powersports.honda.com
Who to contact if you experience problems
If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from your
Honda dealer, you may write to or call:
American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Motorcycle Customer Support
Mail Stop 100-4C-7B
1919 Torrance Blvd.
Torrance, CA 90501-2746
(866) 784-1870
What to do if you feel this notice is in error
This notice was mailed to you according to the most current
information we have available. If you no longer own this motorcycle
or some information in this notice is incorrect, please fill out
and return the included, postagepaid Information Change Card. This
will help us to update our records.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause you. Thank you
for your VT1300CX/A Fury purchase and your cooperation.
Sincerely,
American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Motorcycle Division