1977 HONDA 1000 Recall

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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