NHTSA Campaign Id 02V250000; Date: Sep. 17, 2002
The spokes will eventually fail, causing the wheel to collapse without warning.
Recalled Vehicles:2002 Honda FSC600; 2002 Honda Silver Wing
Component: Wheel
Manufactured by: American Honda Motor Co.
Affected Units:: 2,454
Recall Summary:On certain motorcycles, under certain riding conditions, such as continuously bumpy roads, the rear wheel could develop stress cracks where the wheel spokes attach to the hub.
How to Fix:Dealers will replace the rear wheel, including a new tire. Owner notification is expected to begin during September 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Honda motorcycle at 1-800-289-8226.
Recall Notes:Also, customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Sep 27, 2002
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