Honda XL600 Recall 85V120: Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator

NHTSA campaign 85V120, reported October 4, 1985, 8,178 vehicles potentially affected.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 85V120AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.

Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
Problem: THE KICKSTAND SYSTEM MAY EXPERIENCE SOME ENGINE KICKBACK DUE TO IMPROPER STARTING PROCEDURE. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: FAILURE TO FOLLOW PROPER STARTING PROCEDURES MAY RESULT IN INJURY TO THE RIDERS LEG.
Risk
Remedy: REVISE PAGE OF OWNERS MANUAL AND PROVIDE LABEL TO BE AFFIXED TO GAS TANK CLARIFYING STARTING PROCEDURE.
Notes: SYSTEM: KICKSTARTER. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MOTORCYLES.

Honda XL600	1983