1976 HONDA 750 Recalls (2)

Campaign:

78V033000 on 10/11/1979

Component:

Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc

Manufactured:

11/30/1974 - 07/31/1977

Affected:

118,544

Defect:

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.

Correction:

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.

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Campaign:

77V233000 on 10/11/1979

Component:

Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly:filler pipe and cap

Affected:

1,390,000

Defect:

On the involved vehicles there is a possibility that, if involved in a collision, the rider could impact the hinged fuel filler cap in such a manner as to actuate the release lever and open the cap. this would result in a gasoline leak.

Correction:

Dealer will replace the original fuel filler cap latch with a locking device, without charge.

Notes:

Vehicle description: motorcycles.system: fuel; fuel filler cap.consequences of defect: leaking fuel, in the presence of a source of ignition,could cause a fire and serious personal injury.

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