NHTSA Recall 09V174000: Hoses/lines/piping/fittings (engine and engine cooling)
HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.) reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 12,894 vehicles. It affects 2008 Honda CBR1000RR.
| NHTSA campaign | 09V174000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | R08 |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › COOLING SYSTEM › HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS |
| Report received | May 21, 2009 |
| Owner notification | June 6, 2009 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Honda is recalling 12,894 my 2008 cbr1000rr motorcycles. A coolant hose clamp located on the water pump cover may break due to fatigue caused by vibration generated at continuous high engine speeds.
Safety risk
If the clamp breaks, hot coolant can spray onto the riders left lower leg causing scalding to the rider.
Remedy
Dealers will install the new coolant hose clamp free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on or before june 6, 2009. Owners may contact honda at 866-784-1870.
Notes
Honda recall no. R08.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 09V174000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Honda CBR1000RR | 2008 |
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.