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Motorcycles (Honda Rebel 250 and other models) - Repair
Official notice
30 May 2019
Last checked
27 Oct 2026
An official CAA Japan notice concerns Motorcycles (Honda Rebel 250 and other models) - Repair. Defect in the power transmission system (mainshaft). ■ Defective component (part name): Power transmission system (mainshaft). ■ Condition of the structure, equipment or performance deemed noncompliant with standards, and its cause: Due to improper machining of the mainshaft groove for installing the snap ring that secures the 5th gear, and an unsuitable snap ring installation jig, some snap rings have insufficient engagement. Consequently, the 5th gear may shift out of position during gear changes, causing abnormal noise and, in the worst case, potentially causing the rear wheel to lock. Published 2019-05-30.
What to do now
(Recall) 外-2857 ■ Corrective measures: Replace the mainshaft assembly with a defect-free unit on all vehicles.
Recall number
外-2857
Official notice
2019-05-30
The hazard
The hazard
Defect in the power transmission system (mainshaft). ■ Defective component (part name): Power transmission system (mainshaft). ■ Condition of the structure, equipment or performance deemed noncompliant with standards, and its cause: Due to improper machining of the mainshaft groove for installing the snap ring that secures the 5th gear, and an unsuitable snap ring installation jig, some snap rings have insufficient engagement. Consequently, the 5th gear may shift out of position during gear changes, causing abnormal noise and, in the worst case, potentially causing the rear wheel to lock.
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Brand: Honda. Contact: 本田技研工業株式会社. Phone 0120-086819.
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