NHTSA recall 09V362000
Structure › Frame and members
Honda VTX1800
Reported Sep 17, 2009688 vehicles affectedHONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.)Built Aug 14, 2001 – Oct 4, 2001
The defect
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 remedy
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.