NHTSA Campaign 12V461000

POWER TRAIN

Issued by Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) · Reported Sep 19, 2012 · 1,542 vehicles affected

What's wrong

Honda is recalling certain model year 2012 NC700XDC and NC700XC motorcycles. Some motorcycles may be equipped with drive chains that contain outer drive plates that were improperly heat-treated, resulting in plate fracture during use.

Consequence

If a plate fractures, the motorcycle can unexpectedly lose propulsion, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the drive chain, free of charge. The safety recall began on October 9, 2012. Owners may contact Honda Customer Service at 1-866-784-1870.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
HONDA NC700XC 2012 1,542
HONDA NC700XDC 2012 1,542

Source: NHTSA Campaign 12V461000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.