Product recallOPSS
Honda Marine Outboard Engines recalled over an injury risk
Product Recall for Honda Marine Outboard Engines presenting a risk of injuries.
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Only products that match these details are covered. Have your pack in front of you.
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Honda Marine Outboard Engines (2)
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What to do now
The risk with Honda Marine Outboard Engines is physical injury.
- Put it out of use now.
- Check whether the notice offers a repair or replacement part before you discard it.
- Follow the corrective action in the notice: a refund, repair or replacement from Honda.
- If someone has been hurt or the product has failed, report it to Trading Standards through the Citizens Advice consumer service.
Why it matters. Products that break, pinch, cut or fail suddenly can cause injuries ranging from cuts to fractures.
Refunds, repairs and replacements
Contact the retailer or the brand using the details in the official notice. Keep your receipt, order confirmation or bank statement if you have one, but a recall remedy should not depend on it.
If you paid by credit card and the item cost more than £100, Section 75 of the Consumer Credit Act may let you claim from the card provider. For smaller amounts or debit cards, ask your bank about a chargeback.
From the official notice
Published by the Office for Product Safety and Standards (2310-0276). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Product Recall for Honda Marine Outboard Engines presenting a risk of injuries.
The risk
The affected products present a risk of injuries as a it has been identified that the actuator link rod may break during use due to a lack of durability. This can then result in a loss of shift operation, leading to a potential loss of control of the vessel.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Recreational Craft Regulations 2017.
Action taken
Recall of the product from end users.
Advice to consumers
The product has been recalled from end users.
Affected dealers have been informed. Honda will also contact registered end users to arrange an appointment with their local Honda dealer to have their outboard engine repaired at no cost.
If you need help locating a dealer, please access: https://www.honda.co.uk/marine/dealer-search.html#search
Additional information
PSD case number: 2310-0276
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards.
Product description
A grey and black marine outboard engine used for propelling boats.
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Questions
Why has Honda Marine Outboard Engines been recalled?
The risk with Honda Marine Outboard Engines is physical injury. Products that break, pinch, cut or fail suddenly can cause injuries ranging from cuts to fractures.
How do I know if my product is affected?
Compare the model on your product with the details listed under “Check your product” on this page. Only items that match are covered by the notice.
What should I do now?
Put it out of use now. Check whether the notice offers a repair or replacement part before you discard it.
Can I get a refund or a repair?
Contact the retailer or the brand using the details in the official notice. Keep your receipt, order confirmation or bank statement if you have one, but a recall remedy should not depend on it. If you paid by credit card and the item cost more than £100, Section 75 of the Consumer Credit Act may let you claim from the card provider. For smaller amounts or debit cards, ask your bank about a chargeback.
