Honda TRX Recall RSPV/2012/001: Suspension Arm May Detach, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Book soon
- How serious
- 7 Feb 2012
- Launched
- 1
- vehicles in the UK
- RSPV/2012/001
- DVSA reference
Honda recalled TRX vehicles built between 17 November 2011 and 17 November 2011. Due to an incorrect welding process the front right upper suspension arm may detach at the mounting point to the main frame. The recall notice describes the fix as: recall the affected machine and replace the suspension arm. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Due to an incorrect welding process the front right upper suspension arm may detach at the mounting point to the main frame. If this happens the front right wheel may turn outwards unexpectedly thus affecting the driver,s ability to control the machine.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: SUSPENSION ARM MAY DETACH Defect: Due to an incorrect welding process the front right upper suspension arm may detach at the mounting point to the main frame. If this happens the front right wheel may turn outwards unexpectedly thus affecting the driver�s ability to control the machine. Remedy: Recall the affected machine and replace the suspension arm.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: suspension arm may detach.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: recall the affected machine and replace the suspension arm.
Are You Affected?
TRX built between 17 November 2011 and 17 November 2011 may be included. Honda estimates 1 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Honda, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Honda.
- Book with any franchised Honda dealer, quoting the DVSA reference RSPV/2012/001. See how to get a Honda recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| TRXSteering shaft may fail | Urgent | RSPV/2013/003 | |
| TRXSuspension may fail | Urgent | RSPV/2012/012 | |
| TRXPotential loss of vehicle control | Book soon | RSPV/2007/003 | |
| TRXReverse gear may unexpectedly engage | Low | RSPV/2006/001 | |
| TRXPossible loss of steering control | Urgent | RSPV/2005/002 |
This is one of 96 Honda recalls in DVSA’s data. The Honda recall launched before it was R/2011/144 on 30 Nov 2011, for short circuit may occur. The one launched after it was R/2012/045 on 28 May 2012, for low beam headlights may become inoperative. You can also see every Honda recall, all recalls launched in 2012 and suspension recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall RSPV/2012/001, launched 7 February 2012. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.