2006 Honda VTX1800C recalls and problems

The 2006 Honda VTX1800C has 1 safety recall and 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Honda dealer.

Recalls
1
Complaints
1
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
1 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2006 Honda VTX1800C vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2006 Honda VTX1800C recalls

Recall 06V-270: Equipment

Reported Jul 26, 2006 · 1,190,000 vehicles affected · HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.)

Problem: On certain passenger vehicles and motorcycles, the owner's manuals contain incorrect contact information for the national highway traffic safety administration's (Nhtsa) vehicle safety hotline.

Risk: The language in the owner's manuals is not in accordance with the current mandatory requirements.

Fix: Honda will send a postcard to dealers and owners with the correct NHTSA vehicle safety hotline information and with instructions to insert the card into the "reporting safety defects" section of the owner's manual. The recall began on august 2, 2006. Owners may contact honda at 1-800-999-1009, acura at 1-800-382-2238 or honda motorcycles at 1-866-784-1870.

2006 Honda VTX1800C problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Suspension1

Most reported parts

  • Suspension › Rear — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 36 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2006 Honda VTX1800C complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Suspension · at 36 miles · reported Aug 29, 2006
I purchased a new honda motorcycle on july 29th 2006. The dealer is mountain adventures in conyers, georgia. It was a 2006 honda vtx 1300c. From the dealers location to where I AM keeping it is a 35 mile ride. At around the 30 mile point, I was making a left turn after a stop sign, and don't know exactly what happened but I fell with the motorcycle on my left side. My left shoulder hit the pavement first, fracturing my collar bone and also bruising some ribs, muscles, and left ankle. I was able to ride the bike to my storage location where I AM parking it. Then I drove myself to the hospital…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2006 Honda VTX1800C have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2006 Honda VTX1800C: 06V-270 (equipment). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2006 Honda VTX1800C?

Owners report suspension problems most often (1 reports). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 36 miles.

Are Honda recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Honda dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.