Recall 05V-027: 2001–2004 Honda GL1800, 2001–2004 Honda GL1800A
HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.) recall for structure, reported to NHTSA on Jan 31, 2005, covering about 34,919 vehicles.
The problem
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.
The risk
The welded area could break, resulting in rear suspension collapse or lower cross member separation, increasing the risk of a crash.
The 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.
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.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.) |
|---|---|
| Component | Structure › Frame and Members |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 05V027000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Honda GL1800 | 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 | All years |
| Honda GL1800A | 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 05V-027?
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 is recall 05V-027 fixed?
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.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.