A production flaw is at fault here; if ignored, it might lead to an eventual engine failure.
To conclude March 2025, American Honda Motor Company filed a safety recall report to the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration concerning specific 2024 and 2025 models ADV160 On certain scooters, a flaw in the design of the oil pump drive gear along with an incorrect treatment of the timing sprocket might result in unusual wear on the gears. Over time, this issue has the potential to trigger engine failure, thereby increasing the likelihood of accidents and injuries.
Based on Honda’s data, roughly 3,316 scooters could be impacted by this problem. That accounts for about two percent of all units. The scooters in question were manufactured from March 22, 2023, through November 6, 2024.
According to the report, two issues are responsible for this problem. The steel timing gear experienced excessive shot blasting, and the oil pump drive gear, being made of polymer, became distorted during the cooling phase. This distortion caused the gear to have a taper, leading to misalignment and uneven wear when operational.
Honda has been notified about this problem in various regions, starting with Thailand and extending to the U.S. marketplace. By March 21, 2025, the firm reported receiving 28 warranty complaints associated with this matter within the United States. Nevertheless, up until March 19, 2025, the corporation stated it had not encountered any reports linking injuries or fatalities to this particular issue.
On March 24, 2025, Honda informed its dealer network about this matter and plans to notify the registered owners of 2024-2025 models through mailed correspondence. ADV160s On or around May 26, 2025, the letter will direct owners to schedule appointments with an authorized Honda Powersports dealership for the recall service, which will be provided free of charge.
Should owners of impacted ADV160 models have already incurred costs for this service, they might qualify for reimbursement claims by providing the necessary documentation. According to Honda, the new oil pump-driven gear is made from a stronger material and utilizes a distinct molding design to guarantee its reliability.
Owners can reach out to American Honda’s customer service at 866-784-1870 concerning recall campaign number KR9. Furthermore, they have the option to contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171), or visit their website for more information. www.nhtsa.gov .
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