2007 Honda VT750
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
2 recalls name the 2007 Honda VT750. Newest first.
Honda IS recalling 38,934 my 2006-2007 vt600 and my 2007-2008 vt750 and vtx1300 motorcycles. the motorcycles may have an improperly manufactured fuel control valve diaphragm and the fuel valve may drip fuel.
Risk and remedy
Risk
In the presence of an ignition source, dripping fuel poses the risk of fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the fuel control valve diaphragm assembly, free of charge. the recall began on april 22, 2008. owners may contact honda at 1-866-784-1870.
On certain passenger vehicles and motorcycles, the owner's manuals contain incorrect contact information for the national highway traffic safety administration's (nhtsa) vehicle safety hotline.
Risk and remedy
Risk
The language in the owner's manuals IS not in accordance with the current mandatory requirements.
Remedy
Honda will send a postcard to dealers and owners with the correct nhtsa vehicle safety hotline information and with instructions to insert the card into the "reporting safety defects" section of the owner's manual. the recall began on august 2, 2006. owners may contact honda at 1-800-999-1009, acura at 1-800-382-2238 or honda motorcycles at 1-866-784-1870.
Owner complaints
11 complaints1 involved a crash1 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Fuel system, gasoline
The contact owns a 2007 Honda VT750. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the contact became aware of a leak coming from the fuel valve. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or local dealer. The contact related the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number…
The contact owns a 2007 Honda VT750. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the contact became aware of a leak coming from the fuel valve. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or local dealer. The contact related the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 08V141000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the vehicle was not included. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
- Fuel system, gasoline
About two months ago, my husband was cleaning my bike when he noticed some discoloration on the engine. Upon investigation, he found that the fuel valve on the gas tank was dripping gasoline. He contacted honda motorcycle customer service twice and both times was told my motorcycle was not included…
About two months ago, my husband was cleaning my bike when he noticed some discoloration on the engine. Upon investigation, he found that the fuel valve on the gas tank was dripping gasoline. He contacted honda motorcycle customer service twice and both times was told my motorcycle was not included in the recall and that the recall was vehicle identification number (vin) specific. Due to the obvious safety concerns, I went ahead and ordered a new oem part on-line and paid for it. My husband spent two hours this weekend replacing the defective part. I consider leaking gasoline onto a hot engine a major safety concern. I also feel a recall for such an issue should not be vin specific. If this leak had not been caught when it was, it could have easily erupted into a full blown fire seriously injuring me or my husband as well as any innocent bystanders. I ask that someone please contact the honda corporation and see if they will expand their recall.
- Fuel/propulsion system
TL* the contact owns a 2007 honda vt750 shadow aero. While driving approximately 70 mph, the motorcycle stalled without warning. The motorcycle restarted; however, the motorcycle sputtered all the way to the residence. Once parked, the contact discovered that fuel was leaking from the fuel control…
TL* the contact owns a 2007 honda vt750 shadow aero. While driving approximately 70 mph, the motorcycle stalled without warning. The motorcycle restarted; however, the motorcycle sputtered all the way to the residence. Once parked, the contact discovered that fuel was leaking from the fuel control valve. The motorcycle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the petcock valve failed and needed to be replaced. The motorcycle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The contact stated that the vin was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 08v141000 (fuel system, gasoline). The approximate failure mileage was 7,500.
- Fuel/propulsion system
The fuel started leaking on the motor in the on and reserve selection. It also made my chrome clutch cover peel up. *tr
- Fuel system, gasoline
Fuel valve IS leaking fuel onto engine block. motorcycle left out of recall for same problem in other models. no damage, wreck, etc to have caused leak. the valve itself IS leaking as explained in honda's recall…
Fuel valve IS leaking fuel onto engine block. motorcycle left out of recall for same problem in other models. no damage, wreck, etc to have caused leak. the valve itself IS leaking as explained in honda's recall: http://powersports.honda.com/news/090111c080a99cef/2008/04/01/important-safety-and-emissions-recall-notice-2007-2008-model-year-vt750-motorcycles.aspx important safety and emissions recall notice - 2007-2008 model year vt750 motorcycles april 1, 2008 important safety and emissions recall notice dear honda owner: this notice IS sent to you in accordance with the requirements of the national traffic and motor vehicle safety act and the california air resources board. what IS the reason for this notice? honda motor co., ltd. Has decided that a defect that IS related to both motor vehicle safety and emissions regulations exists in certain 2007-2008 model year vt750 motorcycles. The affected units have an improperly manufactured fuel valve diaphragm and the fuel valve may drip fuel. safety consequence in the presence of an ignition source, dripping fuel poses a risk of fire. emission consequence fuel evaporating into the atmosphere will result in the motorcycle no longer meeting regulations. Your motorcycle may fail a state or local emissions inspection if you do not have this recall repair done. what should you do? please call your authorized honda motorcycle dealer and make an appointment to have the fuel valve diaphragm on your motorcycle replaced free of charge. Although the repair will take less than one hour, please plan to leave your motorcycle for at least one day to allow the dealer flexibility in scheduling. for whatever reason the vin on my vt750ca honda shadow aero does not have a recall for this issue according to the local dealer. *Tr
- Fuel system, gasoline
Petcock IS leaking gasoline on the gas tank. dealer and manufactuer says not in recall. Say must be repaired with new diaphram. *tr
- Fuel system, gasoline
When I ride my motorcycle to work (18 miles) and park it in direct sunlight, it drips gas for 2-3 hours in the afternoon. a puddle of fuel forms under the bike. today I measured the puddle and it was approximately 3.5 inches by 6 inches. I have taken the bike to my local honda dealer 3 times and…
When I ride my motorcycle to work (18 miles) and park it in direct sunlight, it drips gas for 2-3 hours in the afternoon. a puddle of fuel forms under the bike. today I measured the puddle and it was approximately 3.5 inches by 6 inches. I have taken the bike to my local honda dealer 3 times and the problem continues. the first time was supposed to be for the factory recall to be performed to replace the defective fuel valve. *tr
- Fuel system, gasoline
Approximately 2 months ago, I received a recall notice regarding the fuel diaphragm on my honda motorcycle. my dealer has not been able to get the parts for this repair. *tr
- Tires · Unknown or other
New motorcycle purchased 5/14/07 at metro power sports, canton mi. from delivery-on have complained of noise in motor, play in clutch and mostly the "ride" of the machine. the tires "skip/hop" as the bike IS driven @ 25 mph and above. numerous tech's have driven the bike and agree there IS…
New motorcycle purchased 5/14/07 at metro power sports, canton mi. from delivery-on have complained of noise in motor, play in clutch and mostly the "ride" of the machine. the tires "skip/hop" as the bike IS driven @ 25 mph and above. numerous tech's have driven the bike and agree there IS something wrong. the first attempt to correct the problem was to replace the tire - no change. next it was taken to a different honda dealer, where their attempt to correct the problem was to add multiple weights to the wheel. before they proceeded with the repair, however, a rep from corporate honda came out to inspect the motorcycle and claimed the bike was perfectly fine. this IS a brand new (2007 model) motorcycle and should not have these defects. between the clutch and the wheel hops it feels dangerous to ride. I am afraid when the wheel jumps the motorcycle will slide out from under me. I am an experiences rider and have driven used bikes that ride much better than this. I have documented the attempts we have made to get repairs accomplished and have been unsatisfied with the results. I should not have these problems with a brand new product. please note: your selections under tires do not conform to the type on the motorcycle. the numbers from the tires are as follows-- exedra G702 160/80-15 m/c 74S tubetype t0602 dot enfi cad 1207 E4 75r-0000896. *tr
- Exterior lighting › Hazard flashing warning lights · Power train
Tl*the contact owns a 2007 honda shadow aero vt750c. while attempting to accelerate from a stop at 5 mph, the vehicle failed to shift into first gear or any other gear. the failure occurred without warning and the vehicle has no hazard lights. the vehicle was rear-ended and the contact received…
Tl*the contact owns a 2007 honda shadow aero vt750c. while attempting to accelerate from a stop at 5 mph, the vehicle failed to shift into first gear or any other gear. the failure occurred without warning and the vehicle has no hazard lights. the vehicle was rear-ended and the contact received injuries to his back and neck. the vehicle IS currently at the dealer. a police report was filed. the powertrain was unknown. the current and failure mileages were 630. the consumer stated wants to know why motorcycles are not built with hazard lights. The consumer provided a copy of the police report. Updated 08/24/07 *tr
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
Engine has a knocking noise. If I put it in gear and let the clutch out a little, it goes away. Took it in to dealer where I bought the bike for service, and was told the noise was normal for a v- twin motor. *jb
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Southern Honda Powersports
NHTSA opened Audit Query (AQ) 12-001 to determine whether Southern Honda Powersports (Southern Honda) of Chattanooga, Tennessee, had complied with the requirements of the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act, as amended, 49 U.S.C. Chapter 301 (Safety Act) and its implementing regulations. The Safety Act…
NHTSA opened Audit Query (AQ) 12-001 to determine whether Southern Honda Powersports (Southern Honda) of Chattanooga, Tennessee, had complied with the requirements of the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act, as amended, 49 U.S.C. Chapter 301 (Safety Act) and its implementing regulations. The Safety Act requires, among other things, that a motor vehicle or equipment manufacturer notify its dealers of defects related to motor vehicle safety and non-compliances with federal motor vehicle safety standards.In turn, a dealer may not sell and deliver a new vehicle subject to a recall unless the recall remedy has been performed.(see 49 U.S.C. 30120(i); 49 C.F.R. 573.11)NHTSA issued an information request to Southern Honda on May 14, 2012 to which they responded on July 6, 2012.NHTSA?s inquiry led it to believe that Southern Honda had failed to complete the requirements of five recalls that required inspections and/or repairs of motorcycles prior to their sale or delivery.NHTSA believes that 329 motorcycles affected by recalls had not been inspected and/or repaired prior to their sale and delivery between 2007 and 2012.The agency is unaware of any deaths or injuries involving these vehicles.NHTSA concluded that it had a potential civil penalty claim against Southern Honda for violations of the Safety Act.Southern Honda denied any violations of the Safety Act.In order to settle this matter, Southern Honda agreed to pay a civil penalty in the amount of $125,000, to be paid in five annual installments.This AQ is closed.
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.
- 10043248Honda: on some model vehicles, there IS an alternator/starter tester (ast) module capable of testing alternators, installed on GR8 diagnostic battery station.
- 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.
- 10026184Honda motorcycle: fuel valve diaphragm leak. Precisely follow instructions in bulletins to prevent misalignment and leakage after the repair. Models vt750c/c2 and vt1300c/s/r/t.
- 10025523Load carrying capacity reduced label for all honda vehicles.
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