2002 HONDA VTX1800 Recalls — Canada & USA

The 2002 Honda VTX1800 has 3 recalls, all rated at the same severity level, with the most serious being a swingarm that was not properly welded and can break while riding, causing the rider to lose control. A transmission circlip that was not correctly seated can allow the gears to lock, which can cause the rear wheel to lock up suddenly and raise the risk of a crash. There is also a side stand concern: a washer on the side stand spring bolt can deform and eventually cause the bolt to break, allowing a retracted side stand to drop while riding and trigger the ignition cut-off, stalling the engine without warning.