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NHTSA Recall 04V387000: Pedals and linkages (service brakes)

HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.) reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 22,000 vehicles. It affects 2003–2004 Honda CBR600RR.

22,000
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2004
owners notified (August 4)
NHTSA campaign04V387000
Manufacturer campaignP40
ComponentSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › PEDALS AND LINKAGES
Report receivedAugust 5, 2004
Owner notificationAugust 4, 2004
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

On certain motorcycles, the rear brake linkage is susceptible to corrosion which can cause binding and rough brake operation. As corrosion increases, it can cause a sticking pedal or require high brake pedal effort.

Safety risk

Linkage could break resulting in a loss of rear brake function which could increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the spherical rod end and associated parts. This recall began on august 4, 2004. Owners should contact honda at 1-800-999-1009.

Notes

Recall no. P40.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Vehicles covered by recall 04V387000

Make and modelModel years
Honda CBR600RR2003, 2004

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.