2003 Honda ST1300
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
3 recalls name the 2003 Honda ST1300. Newest first.
Certain motorcycles equipped with combined-brake systems have a proportioning control valve (pcv) that mechanically proportions brake force when the rear brake IS applied. a seal in some pcvs IS improperly shaped, and brake fluid leakage may occur.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If the motorcycle continues to be used after a leak occurs, the rear brake would eventually become inoperative. a loss of rear brake force could increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the rear brake forleakage. if leakage IS confirmed, the dealer will replace the pcv free of charge. the recall began on january 31, 2005. Owners may contact honda at 866-784-1870.
On certain motorcycles, the main wire harness has a ground distribution connector that IS incorrectly assembled. some electrical circuits may overheat and short, including the fuel pump.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If the fuel pump stops working, the engine will stall without warning, which could cause a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the ground distribution connector for overheating damage. if any damage IS found, the wire harness will be replaced. if no damage IS found, the connectors will be assembled properly. the recall began on december 8, 2004. owners should contact honda at 866-784-1870.
On certain motorcycles, the routing of some wire harnesses may allow a connector to contact and chafe against the fuel tank.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Eventually the chafing may cause a short circuit and blow an ignition system fuse. the engine will then stall without warning, which could cause a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the wire harness connector position and check for damage. If any damage IS found, dealers will replace the necessary parts. if no damage IS found, dealers will reposition the connector, and make sure adequate clearance exists. the recall began on december 8, 2004. owners should contact honda at 1-866-784-1870.
Owner complaints
9 complaints1 injuries
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Latest complaints
- Suspension › Front › Wheel bearing
Rear wheel bearing failure: the driven flange bearings which together make up the right side rear wheel bearing failed at low mileage. these two bearings failed at 21,000 miles, and were discovered at a routine tire change. others have reported similar and near catastrophic bearing failures at…
Rear wheel bearing failure: the driven flange bearings which together make up the right side rear wheel bearing failed at low mileage. these two bearings failed at 21,000 miles, and were discovered at a routine tire change. others have reported similar and near catastrophic bearing failures at similar mileages . See http://groups.msn.com/st1300us and www.st-owners.com/forums wheel bearings can be expected to last for the life of the vehicle, bearing unusual stresses. these bearings were apparently sub standard in quality and/or design and should be examined and replaced immediately. consequences of wheel bearing failure could range from simple disablement to serious crashes.*ak
- Electrical system › Wiring · Service brakes, hydraulic
Consumer contacted the dealer to have recalls repairs performed on his 2003 honda st1300 and was instructed to bring it back at the end of the summer to have the work performed because they were busy. *mr recall campaign#'s 04v549000 and 05v010000. *sc *jb
- Electrical system › Wiring
Consumer received recall 04v549000 and three consumer service awareness campaigns. no parts for the recall wire harness have been made available.*ak
- Electrical system › Wiring
Recall campaign. 2003 honda st 1300 motorcycle, stalls on the interstate. *bf the consumer had been trying to get his motorcycle repaired ever since he received the recall letter in the mail on dec 20,2004. The consumer was already having problems with the motorcycle, but the problem was…
Recall campaign. 2003 honda st 1300 motorcycle, stalls on the interstate. *bf the consumer had been trying to get his motorcycle repaired ever since he received the recall letter in the mail on dec 20,2004. The consumer was already having problems with the motorcycle, but the problem was sporadic. everytime the consumer contacted the dealer, he was told the parts were not in until finally on feb 7 2005, the bike finally stopped. recall#04v549000 *jb *sc
- Electrical system › Wiring · Service brakes, hydraulic
I was at my honda motorcycle dealer today for the third time. the dealer IS ocala motor sports in ocala, florida. they stated that parts are still unavailable for the first recall on my motorcycle. the date of the first recall was nov. 19, 2004. it was nhtsa campaign ID # 04v549000. there have…
I was at my honda motorcycle dealer today for the third time. the dealer IS ocala motor sports in ocala, florida. they stated that parts are still unavailable for the first recall on my motorcycle. the date of the first recall was nov. 19, 2004. it was nhtsa campaign ID # 04v549000. there have been two subsequent recalls since then making it a total of three recalls, the latter two being 04v568000 & 05v010000. I think that three months IS a totally unreasonable time frame to even respond to the first recall. when you pay over $13,000.00 for a motorcycle, you don't expect it to be parked for 3 months.
- Electrical system › Wiring
There are a group of wires that run under the seat latching mechanism and under the top gas tank that rub and fray. due to this issue being talked about on the st 1300 chat room I checked mine. the insulation was starting to fray from the rubbing on the latching mechanism. if the wires were to short the power could be shut off to the bike causing a crash and injury or death.*ak
- Electrical system › Wiring
2003 model st1300 motorcycle. engine quit abruptly at 75 mph. if vehicle was leaned into turn or in tight passing situation substantial injury or death would probably result. a visit to the st1300 post yielded the fact that this IS a common failure due to the routing of a black and a white wire…
2003 model st1300 motorcycle. engine quit abruptly at 75 mph. if vehicle was leaned into turn or in tight passing situation substantial injury or death would probably result. a visit to the st1300 post yielded the fact that this IS a common failure due to the routing of a black and a white wire in proximity of the underseat fuel tank which abrades thru the insulation causing a short which in turn causes the fuel pump fuse to blow and shuts down the motor.*ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system
While riding the motorcycle the side vent was blowing out 120 degrees of hot air. Consumer sustained a first degree burn due to the hot air. dealership was notified, but the problem was not resolved.*ak
- Engine and engine cooling
Once the temperature gets above 85 degrees outside, the temperature of the vehicle becomes unbearable. engine averages about 205 degrees near the consumer's legs.*ak this could cause blood clods and dehydration. *ph *jb
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10128559Dealer message - On Monday, June 23, 2014, American Honda announced three recalls for various 2001-11 Honda models. As of July 23, 2014, affected VINs have been identified, and service bulletins 14-040, Safety Recall: Accord, Civic, and Others ? Front Passenger?s Airbag Inflator Can Be Over-Pressurized, 14-045, Recall: Front Driver?s Airbag Inflator May Produce Excessive Pressure After Long-Term Exposure to High Absolute Humidity Recall, and 14-046, Recall: Front Passenger?s Airbag Inflator May Produce Excessive Pressure After Long-Term Exposure to High Absolute Humidity have been posted to ISIS. However, due to the large number of affected units, American Honda is still in the process of populating the VIN status inquiry function on iN, which is expected to take several days. When this process is complete, American Honda will notify all dealers again via iN message. Until that time, the existing acknowledgement procedure must be used for all potentially affected vehicles.
- 10128531Dealer message - On Monday, June 23, 2014, American Honda announced three recalls for various 2001-11 Honda models. As of August 4, 2014, affected VINs have been identified, and VIN status inquiry has been updated.
- 10032953Honda: warranty extension-vehicle warranty mileage. Class action lawsuit alleging that the odometers on certain 2002-2006 honda models were overstating mileage. Federal court provided final approval of settlement on 12/29/07. No models listed.
- 10025523Load carrying capacity reduced label for all honda vehicles.
- 10015343Linked braking system (lbs) proportional control valve (pcv) leakage safety recall.
- 10015331Safety recall to replace the ground connector gap on all 2003-2004 st1300/a models. Honda.
- 10001984Over tightening the fuel tank rear pivot bolt.
- 10001983Checking the coolant level - service manual correction.
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