2006 Honda VTX1800N recalls and problems

The 2006 Honda VTX1800N has 1 safety recall and 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Honda dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes / fires

2 / 0

Injuries / deaths

1 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2006 Honda VTX1800N vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2006 Honda VTX1800N 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 VTX1800N problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Power Train	1
Service Brakes	1

Most reported parts

Power Train › Driveline — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 3,900 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 VTX1800N complaints

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

Service Brakes · at 1 miles · reported May 9, 2014

This motorcycle has a brake interlock that applies 2 of the front brake's 6 pistons when the rear brake pedal is depressed. On any slick surface or on soft surfaces, the front brake can lock with a light touch to the rear brake pedal only, causing complete loss of control, and the motorcycle falling over. Honda calls it a safety device. It almost killed me on a wet road one day. I stepped on the rear brake to test the traction available, and since the rear wheel didn't skid, I pressed a bit harder, unaware of the brake connection system. Both wheels immediately locked, and before I could do…

Power Train · at 3,900 miles · reported Aug 26, 2009

I AM the unfortunate owner of a honda vtx 1800n that has the all to well known rear flange bearing defect. This issue has been reported by hundreds of people to NHTSA and on several other websites yet NHTSA has ignored the problem. After researching it I found all of these complaints as well: http://www.aboutautomobile.com/complaint/2004/honda/vtx1300 note that the 1800 and 1300 rear end are similar (Just the gear ratio is different). I hope this issue will be looked at and a recall issued.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2006 Honda VTX1800N have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2006 Honda VTX1800N: 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 VTX1800N?

Owners report power train problems most often (1 reports), followed by service brakes (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 3,900 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.