Honda · Canada · High
Honda XR50R: Steering
Affects Honda XR50R · 2000–2001 — about 2K vehicles.
The hazard
On certain vehiclces, the handlebar assembly attachment bolts are not to specification and may fail, allowing the handlebars to separate from the motorcycle. The bolts are incorrectly made from Rolled Steel and not the Boron steel called for in the specification. Correction: Dealers will install a new handlebar assembly with correct bolts.
What to do
Contact your dealer; the remedy details were not included in the filing.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational