NHTSA Recall 05V027000
NHTSA Campaign Id 05V027000; Date: Jan. 31, 2005
The welded area could break, resulting in rear suspension collapse or lower cross member separation, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2001 Honda GL1800; 2002 Honda GL1800; 2003 Honda GL1800; 2004 Honda GL1800; 2001 Honda Gl1800a; 2002 Honda Gl1800a; 2003 Honda Gl1800a; 2004 Honda Gl1800a
Component: Structure:frame And Members
Manufactured by: Honda (american Honda Motor Co. )
Affected Units:: 34,919
Recall Summary:
On some motorcycles, certain frame welds do not meet manufacturing specifications. High loads created when riding on rough road surfaces or through potholes can cause the affected welds to crack.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, reinforce the welds on 2001-2002 motorcycles free of charge. On 2003-2004 motorcycles, the units will be repaired, no inspection will be necessary. The recall began on February 9, 2005. Owners may contact Honda at 1-866-784-1870.
Recall Notes:
Honda recall no. P66. Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Feb 9, 2005
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