The 2002 Honda Silver Wing has two recalls of equal seriousness, one where the handlebar can loosen or fully detach due to excessive play in the lower clamp, and one where the rear wheel can collapse without warning.
On the steering side, clearance between the handlebar clamp and holder creates stress over time, and if the handlebar detaches while riding, steering control is lost entirely. On the wheel side, certain riding conditions, particularly continuous rough or bumpy roads, can cause stress cracks to develop where the spokes meet the rear hub; once the spokes fail, the wheel gives out suddenly and without prior indication.
At a glance
What can fail
Excessive clearance between the lower handlebar clamp and handlebar holder creates stress that can cause the handlebar to loosen or detach.
What the fix does
Dealers will install two lower handlebar clamps, add washers between the clamps and holder, and install new locknuts.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
On certain motorcycles, continuous bumpy road riding can cause stress cracks to form where the rear wheel spokes connect to the hub.
What the fix does
The dealer will replace the rear wheel and install a new tire at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
