Recall 77V-233: 1974–1976 Honda 200, 1970–1974 Honda 350 and 7 more

AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO. recall for fuel system, gasoline, reported to NHTSA on Dec 28, 1977, covering about 1,390,000 vehicles.

NHTSA number

77V-233

Report date

Dec 28, 1977

Vehicles affected

1,390,000

Owners notified

Apr 3, 1978

The problem

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.

The fix

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.

Recall details

Manufacturer	AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.
Component	Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly › Filler Pipe and Cap
Recall started by	NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number	77V233000

Vehicles in this recall

Vehicle	Model years
Honda 200	1974, 1975, 1976	All years
Honda 350	1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974	All years
Honda 360	1974, 1975, 1976	All years
Honda 400	1975, 1976, 1977	All years
Honda 450	1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974	All years
Honda 500	1971, 1972, 1973, 1975, 1976	All years
Honda 550	1974, 1975, 1976	All years
Honda 750	1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976	All years
Honda CL200	1974	All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 77V-233?

How is recall 77V-233 fixed?

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

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.