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.
At a glance
What can fail
The swingarm may have an improper weld that could fail.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the weld and replace the swingarm if needed at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
The washer on the side stand spring bolt is not strong enough and can deform. This causes the bolt to flex and eventually break when you use the side stand.
What the fix does
Dealers will install a stronger washer, a new spring bolt, and a new nut.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
A circlip in the transmission was not seated correctly, which could cause the gears to lock.
What the fix does
The transmission is repaired. All vehicles have already been repaired.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
