2011 Honda Shadow Phantom recalls and problems

The 2011 Honda Shadow Phantom has 2 safety recalls and 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Honda dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2011 Honda Shadow Phantom vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2011 Honda Shadow Phantom recalls

Recall 15V-874: Electrical System

Reported Dec 23, 2015 · 22,142 vehicles affected · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)

Problem: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 VT750CA, VT750C2 and VT750C2F, 2011-2016 VT750C, 2013-2016 VT750CS, 2010-2016 VT750C2B and 2013-2014 VT750C2S motorcycles. Engine vibration may cause the bank angle sensor wire to rub on the wire harness joint connector, resulting in a loss of the sensor signal.

Risk: Without the bank angle sensor signal, the engine may stall while riding, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will relocate the joint connector and replace the bank angle sensor, free of charge. The recall began on January 25, 2016. Owners may contact Honda Motorcycle customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is JW7.

Recall 11V-310: Electrical System

Reported Jun 3, 2011 · 3,020 vehicles affected · HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.)

Problem: Honda is recalling certain model year 2010 and 2011 vt750 motorcycles produced from june 25, 2009, to march 28, 2011. The bank angle sensor may be incorrectly manufactured creating the possibility of an erroneous reading which could cause the engine to stall.

Risk: An engine stall, while the motorcycle is being operated, may increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Honda will replace the affected bank angle sensors. The safety recall began on june 27, 2011. Owners may contact honda motorcycle customer service at 1-866-784-1870.

2011 Honda Shadow Phantom problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Steering	1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 240 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 2011 Honda Shadow Phantom complaints

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

Steering · at 240 miles · reported Jul 22, 2011

The contact owns a 2011 honda shadow phantom vt750 motorcycle. The contact was driving 40 MPH when the motorcycle began to violently shake. The motorcycle was taken to the manufacturer for diagnostic testing but was not repaired. The failure continued and the motorcycle was diagnosed three times which located the failure as a flat tire, bent rims and loose screws in the steering head bearings. The motorcycle was not repaired. The dealer allowed the contact to ride another motorcycle of the same year, make and model and the contact experienced the same failure in the second motorcycle. The…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2011 Honda Shadow Phantom have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2011 Honda Shadow Phantom: 15V-874 (electrical system), 11V-310 (electrical system). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2011 Honda Shadow Phantom?

Owners report steering problems most often (1 reports). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 240 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.