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Honda CBR1000RR Recall 17V681: Water Can Enter Fuel Tank, Causing Engine Stall

NHTSA campaign 17V681, reported October 26, 2017, 2,443 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

A gap may exist between the fuel tank cap seal and the fuel filler neck, which can allow water to get into the fuel tank.

If water enters the gas tank, the engine may stall, which increases the risk of a crash. Owners should take this recall seriously and have their motorcycle inspected promptly. Honda will notify owners, and authorized dealers will replace the fuel tank cap free of charge. If water has already gotten into the fuel tank, the affected components will also be replaced at no cost. To check whether your motorcycle is included, contact Honda at 1-866-784-1870 (recall number KH7) or check your VIN for open recalls.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 17V681Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP
Problem
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017 Honda CBR1000RR and CBR1000RR SP motorcycles. There may be a gap between the fuel tank cap seal and the fuel filler neck which can allow water to enter the fuel tank.
Risk
If water enters the gas tank, the engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank cap. If water has gotten into the fuel tank, the affected components will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on December 22, 2017. Owners may contact 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is KH7.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Affected vehicles

Honda CBR1000RR2017