2002 Honda VTX1800 Recalls

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2002 Honda VTX1800. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 09V362000Sep 17, 2009688 vehicles potentially affected
  Structure › Frame and members
  Covers: Honda VTX1800 2002

  Reported issue: Honda is recalling certain model year 2002 vtx1800 motorcycles manufactured between august 14 and october 4, 2001. The swingarm may not have been properly welded.

  Possible consequence: The swingarm could break while ridingcausing the rider to lose control, possibly resulting in crash.

  Remedy: Honda will notify owners and dealers will inspect the weld and, if necessary, replace the swingarm free of charge. The safety recall began on september 25, 2009. Owners may contact honda motorcycle customer service at 1-866-784-1870.

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• 04V564000Nov 30, 200412,866 vehicles potentially affected
  Structure › Motorcycle › Kickstand/center stand
  Covers: Honda VTX1800 2002

  Reported issue: On certain motorcycles, the washer for the side stand spring bolt does not have sufficient harness and could deform, which could cause the bolt to flex and eventually break during side stand operation.

  Possible consequence: A retracted side stand could drop while riding, possibly activating the side stand ignition cut-off system. If the ignition is cut, the engine will stall without warning, which could cause a crash.

  Remedy: Dealers will install an improved washer and a new spring bolt and nut. The recall began on november 30, 2004. Owners should contact honda at 1-866-784-1870.

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• 01V134000May 9, 200170 vehicles potentially affected
  Power train › Manual transmission
  Covers: Honda VTX1800 2002

  Reported issue: Vehicle description: motorcycles. A transmission circlip was not seated correctly and could allow gears to lock.

  Possible consequence: This condition could result in a rear-wheel lockup, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: Dealers will repair the transmission on these motorcycles. All owners were contacted by telephone and all vehicles have been repaired. This campaign is 100% completed.

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NHTSA investigations

• PE04063Unintended side-stand deploymentClosed · Sep 15, 2004

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