Vehicle recall 04V387000 · August 5, 2004
2003-2004 Honda CBR600RR
On certain motorcycles, the rear brake linkage is susceptible to corrosion which can cause binding and rough brake operation.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- On certain motorcycles, the rear brake linkage is susceptible to corrosion which can cause binding and rough brake operation. As corrosion increases, it can cause a sticking pedal or require high brake pedal effort.
- Consequence
- Linkage could break resulting in a loss of rear brake function which could increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the spherical rod end and associated parts. This recall began on August 4, 2004. Owners should contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009.
- Notes
- Recall no. P40.CUSTOMERS can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 04V387000
- Reported to NHTSA
- August 5, 2004
- Filed by
- HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.)
- Manufacturer campaign
- P40
- Owner notification
- August 4, 2004
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 22,000
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Pedals and linkages
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Honda CBR600RR (2003-2004): 2004, 2003
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