Safety Recall NHTSA · 83V090000 Reported September 12, 1983

Steering:wheel:handlebar

Q: What is recall 83V090000?

NHTSA recall 83V090000 was issued by Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) on September 12, 1983. It addresses: Steering:wheel:handlebar. The recall affects approximately 7,078 vehicles , with the defect involving the Steering component.

Q: Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls . NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

Q: How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) · Steering · 7,078 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

83V090000

Manufacturer Campaign

NR (Not Reported)

Manufacturer

Honda (american Honda Motor Co.)

Component

Steering

Vehicles Affected

7,078

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

September 12, 1983

Defect Summary

Handlebar tube and handlebar arm do not fit securely because the inside diameter of the handlebar tube is incorrect. This causes stress to bear directly on a pin.

Corrective Action

Dealer will replace handlebar assembly with a corrected type free of charge.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) dealer and reference recall ID 83V090000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

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FAQ: Recall 83V090000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 83V090000?

NHTSA recall 83V090000 was issued by Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) on September 12, 1983. It addresses: Steering:wheel:handlebar. The recall affects approximately 7,078 vehicles, with the defect involving the Steering component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 83V090000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.