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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 09V362📅 Sep 17, 2009

2002 Honda VTX1800 recall: body & structure

⚠️ What's wrong

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.

💥 The risk

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

🔧 The fix

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.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
09V362000
Manufacturer
HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.)
Vehicles affected
688
Component
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
Owner phone
1-866-784-1870
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Sep 25, 2009
Built
Aug 14, 2001 – Oct 4, 2001
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 09V362 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 09V362?

2002 Honda VTX1800. 688 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Honda dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-866-784-1870.