2008 Honda ST1300A recalls and problems

The 2008 Honda ST1300A has 1 safety recall and 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Honda dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2008 Honda ST1300A vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2008 Honda ST1300A recalls

Recall 11V-356: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Reported Jul 11, 2011 · 2,232 vehicles affected · HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.)

Problem: Honda is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2010 st1300 motorcycles manufactured from november 15, 2007,through may 27, 2010, model year 2008 through 2010 st1300a motorcycles manufactured from november 7, 2007, through april 6, 2010, and model year 2009 st1300pa police motorcycles, manufactured from november 18, 2008, through december 8, 2009. When the rear suspension of the motorcycle is repeatedly bottomed out (Fully compressed), the rear brake reservoir hose may become damaged and leak brake fluid.

Risk: The rider will experience a loss of rear brake performance or function which increases the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealer will replace the rear brake reservoir hose free of charge. The safety recall began on july 30, 2011. Owners may contact honda at 1-800-999-1009.

2008 Honda ST1300A problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	2

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 30,800 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 2008 Honda ST1300A complaints

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

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · at 30,800 miles · reported Mar 16, 2012

This bike has a 'linked brake system', similar to that in use by the goldwing. (In fact, the goldwing has an active recall because of this brake system.) this is to report that the left front brake caliper secondary master cylinder (Smc) had accumulated water and corroded to the point that my rear brakes wouldn't release. In 2008, honda re-engineered some aspects of this smc (Essentially created a drain trough), though it did not help. I discovered the problem while performing a routine brake fluid change and took multiple pictures. Every person who has seen these photos have been horrified to…

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · at 600 miles · reported Mar 4, 2012

The rear brake on my motorcycle started sticking/grabbing and not releasing from time to time.then it started to happen more often to the point where I had to bring it in to the honda dealer for repair.on november 5, 2011 they received my motorcycle for service and it was not returned to me until february 9, 2012. The honda dealer informed me the sticking/grabbing problem was "fixed". When I inquired what caused the problem they could not tell me because they had replaced so many different parts that they couldn't pin point what the problem really was. During the three months that my…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2008 Honda ST1300A have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2008 Honda ST1300A: 11V-356 (service brakes, hydraulic). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2008 Honda ST1300A?

Owners report service brakes, hydraulic problems most often (2 reports). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 30,800 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.