Vehicle recall 78V033000 · February 15, 1978
Honda 1000 and 750
During vehicle operation in heavy rain, there may be a noticeable initial reduction in the effectiveness of the rear disc brake, followed by a gradual recovery to normal, dry…
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- During vehicle operation in heavy rain, there may be a noticeable initial reduction in the effectiveness of the rear disc brake, followed by a gradual recovery to normal, dry condition effectiveness. If pedal force is not increased to compensate, longer stopping distances will result. If pedal force is not reduced after recovery, a rear wheel skid could result.
- Remedy
- The dealer will replace rear brake pads with pads which will improve braking performance in wet weather.
- Notes
- Vehicle description: motorcycles.system: service brakes; rear disc brakes.consequences of defect: either condition, increased stopping distances or rearwheel skid, could cause loss of vehicle control and an accident.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 78V033000
- Reported to NHTSA
- February 15, 1978
- Filed by
- AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.
- Owner notification
- April 3, 1978
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 118,544
- Initiated by
- NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation
- Components
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc
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