The problem
The sensor's plastic case material can leak allowing the sensor to shut off the engine unexpectedly during abrupt turns or when riding over bumpy surfaces.
The risk
Sudden loss of engine power, especially while turning, can cause a vehicle crash.
The fix
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE BANK ANGLE SENSOR.
Contacts
System: fuel; vehicle crash cut off system. Vehicle description: motorcycles equipped with a bank angle sensor designed to shut off the fuel pump and the engine electrical power in the event the motorcycle turns over or falls down. Note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time, should contact honda at 1-310-783-2000. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Honda dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 95V128000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.