Defect Description For Recall
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.
Make Of Vehicle
HONDA
Model Of Vehicle
VTX1800
Year
2002
Recall Campaign Number
09V362000
Component Description
Structure:Frame And Members
Effect Of Defect
The Swingarm Could Break While Ridingcausing The Rider To Lose Control, Possibly Resulting In Crash.
Fix Defect
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.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Start Of Manufacture
20010814
End Of Manufacture
20011004
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
688
Date Owners Notified
20090925
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Date Report Received
20090917