Safety Recall NHTSA · 86E025000 Reported September 3, 1986

Equipment:other pieces:helmets

Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) · Equipment · 29,345 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
86E025000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Equipment
Vehicles Affected
29,345
Recall Type
Equipment
Report Received
September 3, 1986

Defect Summary

Installation of the screw mounted internal stereo headset creates a rigid projection inside the helmet shell. consequence of defect: helmet headsets fail to conform to the requirements of fmvss 218 motorcycle helmets. the rigid projection within the helmet shell could result in head injury to the wearer.

Corrective Action

Remove all headsets and refund purchase price to consumer.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) dealer and reference recall ID 86E025000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 86E025000

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

What is recall 86E025000?

NHTSA recall 86E025000 was issued by Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) on September 3, 1986. It addresses: Equipment:other pieces:helmets. The recall affects approximately 29,345 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 86E025000 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.