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NHTSA model-year recall report

2002 Honda VTX1800 Recalls

3 campaigns in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

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3

NHTSA campaigns

3

Affected systems

0

Urgent advisories

Sep 17, 2009

Latest campaign date

At a glance

What the record says

This model year's count is equal to the Honda VTX1800 average of 3.0 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Power Train › Manual Transmission, appearing in 1 campaign.

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Source campaign records

All 2002 Honda VTX1800 recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 09V362000

Structure › Frame And Members

Manufacturer: HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.)

Reported Sep 17, 2009

What is recalled

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.

Safety consequence

THE SWINGARM COULD BREAK WHILE RIDINGCAUSING THE RIDER TO LOSE CONTROL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN CRASH.

Manufacturer 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.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 04V564000

Structure › Motorcycle › Kickstand / Center Stand

Manufacturer: HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.)

Reported Nov 30, 2004

What is recalled

ON CERTAIN MOTORCYCLES, THE WASHER FOR THE SIDE STAND SPRING BOLT DOES NOT HAVE SUFFICIENT HARNESS AND COULD DEFORM, WHICH COULD CAUSE THE BOLT TO FLEX AND EVENTUALLY BREAK DURING SIDE STAND OPERATION.

Safety consequence

A RETRACTED SIDE STAND COULD DROP WHILE RIDING, POSSIBLY ACTIVATING THE SIDE STAND IGNITION CUT-OFF SYSTEM. IF THE IGNITION IS CUT, THE ENGINE WILL STALL WITHOUT WARNING, WHICH COULD CAUSE A CRASH.

Manufacturer remedy

DEALERS WILL INSTALL AN IMPROVED WASHER AND A NEW SPRING BOLT AND NUT. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 30, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT HONDA AT 1-866-784-1870.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 01V134000

Power Train › Manual Transmission

Manufacturer: AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.

Reported May 9, 2001

What is recalled

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MOTORCYCLES. A TRANSMISSION CIRCLIP WAS NOT SEATED CORRECTLY AND COULD ALLOW GEARS TO LOCK.

Safety consequence

THIS CONDITION COULD RESULT IN A REAR-WHEEL LOCKUP, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Manufacturer remedy

DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE TRANSMISSION ON THESE MOTORCYCLES. ALL OWNERS WERE CONTACTED BY TELEPHONE AND ALL VEHICLES HAVE BEEN REPAIRED. THIS CAMPAIGN IS 100% COMPLETED.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

Other Honda VTX1800 model years

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2002 Honda VTX1800 recall questions

How many recalls does the 2002 Honda VTX1800 have?

This verified dataset contains 3 NHTSA campaigns associated with the 2002 Honda VTX1800. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2002 Honda VTX1800?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology