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Recall 04V-564

HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.) recalled the 2002 Honda VTX1800: Structure (motorcycle, kickstand/center stand).

At a glance

Campaign number
04V-564
Reported
November 30, 2004
Vehicles affected
12,866 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

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.

The risk

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.

The fix

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-[removed].

Notes from the manufacturer

Honda recall no. P53.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).

Affected vehicles