Does the 2002 Honda VTX1800 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2002 Honda VTX1800, the most recent reported on September 17, 2009 (Structure: frame and members). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2002 Honda VTX1800?

Owners have filed 63 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is suspension (14 complaints), followed by power train (13).

How many 2002 Honda VTX1800 complaints mention a crash or fire?

2 of 63 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 3 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2002 Honda VTX1800 recalls and problems

3 recalls and 63 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2002 Honda VTX1800.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2002 Honda VTX1800 recalls

Structure: frame and members

NHTSA campaign 09V362000 · reported September 17, 2009 · HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.) · 688 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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.
The risk: The swingarm could break while ridingcausing the rider to lose control, possibly resulting in crash.
The fix: 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.

Structure: motorcycle, kickstand/center stand

NHTSA campaign 04V564000 · reported November 30, 2004 · HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.) · 12,866 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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 1-866-784-1870.

Power train: manual transmission

NHTSA campaign 01V134000 · reported May 9, 2001 · AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO. · 70 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Vehicle description: motorcycles. A transmission circlip was not seated correctly and could allow gears to lock.
The risk: This condition could result in a rear-wheel lockup, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: 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.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Suspension14
Power train13
Engine and engine cooling9
Structure8
Wheels6
Tires3
Unknown or other3
Steering2
Electrical system1
Engine1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Mar 7, 2018 · Wheels · 67,873 miles
BEARING FAILURE IN THE FINAL DRIVEN FLANGE ASSEMBLY,

Nov 13, 2017 · Steering · 27,000 miles
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 HONDA VTX1800. WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 30-40 MPH, THE MOTORCYCLE BEGAN TO WOBBLE WHEN ONE OF THE HANDLES WAS RELEASED. THE VEHICLE HAD NEW TIRES AND BRAKES DUE TO OTHER NECESSARY REPAIRS; HOWEVER, THE WOBBLING CONTINUED. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO INTERSTATE CYCLES (580 SW FLORIDA…

Jul 13, 2015 · Service brakes · 39,000 miles · crash reported
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2002 HONDA VTX1800. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THE BRAKES SEIZED WITHOUT WARNING. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO A WALL AND WAS THROWN OFF THE VEHICLE. THE PASSENGER SUSTAINED A FRACTURED ARM, A HEAD INJURY, AND A KNEE INJURY. THE DRIVER SUSTAINED A ROAD RASH OVER THE LEFT SIDE…

Mar 22, 2015 · Wheels · 698,000 miles
I HAVE REPLACED THE FINAL DRIVE FLANGE BEARINGS 3 TIMES NOW. I HEARD THAT THERE WERE SOME ISSUES WITH THIS FLANGE. FIRST TIME I REPLACED IT, I REPLACED THE WHOLE FLANGE. THE SECOND AND THIRD TIME I REPLACED THE BEARINGS ONLY. ON THE THIRD TIME I REPLACED THE WHEEL DAMPENER INSIDE THE REAR WHEEL. I NOW HAVE 96,000…

Apr 25, 2013 · Engine · 9,000 miles
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 HONDA VTX 1800. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED. AFTER INSPECTING THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE CRANK SHAFT HAD FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSIS. THE MECHANIC STATED THAT THE CRANK SHAFT…

VTX1800 model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes
2002	3	63	2
2003	0	53	1
2004	0	6	0
2005	0	3	0

Across all years, the 2002 VTX1800 has the most complaints (63). All Honda VTX1800 years →

Questions

Does the 2002 Honda VTX1800 have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2002 Honda VTX1800, the most recent reported on September 17, 2009 (Structure: frame and members). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2002 Honda VTX1800?: Owners have filed 63 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is suspension (14 complaints), followed by power train (13).
How many 2002 Honda VTX1800 complaints mention a crash or fire?: 2 of 63 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 3 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received March 7, 2018.