Dt*: the contact stated the front tire had excessive wear on the left side. The dealership determined the fork was uneven. The fork and wheel bushings were replaced.
2003 Honda GL1800 body complaints
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I own a honda motorcycle, goldwing 1800, with 8,153 miles on it. Prior to today's date 1 feb 06, I noticed that the inside of the trunk lid was being worn away, the inside of the trunk lid is sustaining noticeable indentations where this wearing away is occurring, by plastic tips on the outside of the trunk edge, which were also being worn away. If this continues there will be a hole in the trunk lid where this wearing is occurring. The honda dealership insists that this is normal wear and tear. I do not understand how a factory part that is destroying another factory part, body panels, can be considered wear and tear.
Dt: the consumer received a recall notice in early march for his 2003 honda goldwing. After contacting the service dealer and manufacturer the repair work was not done. The vehicle had to be inspected before it could be fixed, that took three weeks. Then they had to wait for the parts, and were currently waiting on honda to accept the new welds. Honda has to accept the new welds before the motorcycle can be reassembled. *ak recall campaign# 05v027000. *sc
Concerns regarding 2002 gl1800 frame inspection showed unusual weld patterns but no cracks.***no answer required***. *mr the consumer rented a 2003 gl1800 and when he crossed a railroad track at 35 MPH, the frame immediately collapsed, the bike veered into the oncoming lane. The consumer managed to keep the bike upright and finally pulled over. The vehicle was towed and the service dealer checked the vehicle identification number, however it was not on the recall list. The consumer wants the manufacturer to replace his own personal bike with a bike of equal value or a full refund.
Consumer received recall 03v35000 concerning frames. No parts were available. *
Received recall 03v35000 for defective frame. Took motorcycle to dealership, and informed no parts were available. Manufacturer will be sending parts in 8-12 weeks.
The federal safety agency recalls 04v010000 concerning combined brake system leak/ 05v027000 concerning frame cracks, and 03v350000 regarding frame welds. Dealer refused to honor the recalls because the vehicle was not purchased at that particular dealership. *ak consumer has had 5 recalls on this bike over the last 2 years. *bf
While inspecting the motorcycle noticed that frame had separated from the cross member. The driver was unable to move or drive the motor cycle to the dealer. The driver has contacted the dealer for appointment. *nm the consumer wants to know if the federal safety agency can help solve this problem of honda selling defective motorcycles to the people of connecticut until they solve this problem, so they aren't putting their lives in danger. *bf
Consumer received recall 03 v 350 000 concerning motorcycle frame welds. The consumer contacted the dealer and the dealer refused to honor the recall due to the vehicle being a liability. *ak
Consumer received recall 03v35000 concerning frame weld. Consumer tried to have recall repairs done since april of 2004. However, two dealers flatly refused to do recall repairs.
Motorcycle damaged as a result of mishandling by honda and poor workmanship while recall was performed. (nar) *ph problems occurred with frame, seats, trunk, and radio antenna. *cb (front fender had a severe scratch, rubber around bottom of the right mirror was torn, heat shield on the left side scratched, storage pouches under arm rest was damaged, the seat was installed wrong, a nut was missing on air vent on the windshield, and trunk organizers had broken) the consumer discovered a crack in the weld on the left side of the frame. *sc
Several incidents of frames cracking not included in existing recall. New cracks are not a result of weak welds but actual frames cracking. I am concerned that these are being overlooked as a result of current recall for different area of the bike.
The consumer received a recall notice (03b350000) for replacement of the frame. The driver stated that the fix for the frame is not correct. The mechanic welded the frame on another part of the motor cycle. Creasys honda shop 231 east church street lexington tn 38351, service manager bart (731 968 3348).
Motorcycle frame had to welded three times. *ph it took the dealer eight weeks to complete the recall because the welds would not hold. The consumer no longer feels safe riding this motorcycle but doesn't want to sell it to a private owner for fear of legal problems. The consumer request that the manufacturer repurchase the bake from him.
Consumer had problem getting frame weld recall performed. *ph the vehicle was sent to several repair facilities but has not been repaired yet.
The motorcycle experienced a problem with the welding of the frame. The motorcycle was taken from tucson, az to phoenix for welding. The consumer received a recall indicating that welding did not hold. The consumer was furious due to getting the run around. *ak the consumer requested money back.
The consumer discovered a crack in the weld on the left side of the frame. *la the vehicle was taken to the dealer for repair but the manufacturer wanted the bike shipped to them for repair. The bike has been at the manufacturer for 28 days and is not close to having it repaired. The consumer feels this is an excessive amount of time for what has been accomplished. *ph
Ltr fm [xxx] (wi) owner of a honda goldwing motorcycle honda refused to repair the motorcycle's defective frame. The owner installed a trike kit on the motorcycle which voided the warranty. *mr *scc *jb *cb information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Recall notice on the frame weld of motorcycle. Dealership welded only about 45 percent of the frame instead of 100 percent. *la recall#03v350000 *sc the consumer also stated the dealer sold him the motorcycle knowing that it had an overheating problem and eventually a recall was issued.
Recall repairs have not been performed on vehicle due to repair kits not being available.*mr after receiving a recall notice for the frame repair, the consumer contacted the dealer several times, but was told the parts had not arrived because it was a small dealership and only three motorcycle's were sold there which included the consumers bike. *cb
Problems with vehicle's frame breaking.*mr consumer would like honda held responsible for properly repairing the frame.
The vehicle was marked for recall. The recall notice indicated that the motorcycle's frame needed to be welded. The motorcycle has been at the dealer for over 1 yr awaiting repair. Please provide any further details. *nlm consumer received a recall notice regarding the frame on the 2003 honda goldwing. Dealer corrected recall repairs when the necessary parts were received.
Consumer received a notice for recall 03v350000 concerning a cracked weld in the frame of the motorcycle which supported the rear suspension. Manufacturer suggested that consumer go to an authorized honda dealership and have them disassemble it and then take it to a contracted welder and have it reassembled. Consumer inquired if the federal safety agency or honda would be testing the frame or would it be safe to ride the motorcycle. The welded frame could break and cause serious injury if traveling at high speeds.
Concerns regarding defective frame recall on 2002 and 2003 goldwing gl1800. *mr the manufacturer informed the consumer that the recall would not be performed on the vehicle because a champion trike was added to the rear which did not affect the aluminum frame. They also refused to look at it. *scc
The consumer received a notice for recall 03v350000 concerning frame welds. Dealer indicated to the consumer that there were no qualified mechanics in that facility to perform the recall repair.
There was a cracked weld in the frame of the bike which supported the rear suspension. The manufacturer. Suggested that the owner go to an authorized honda dealership and have them to disassembled it and then take it to a contracted welder and have it reassembled. The owner stated it could take up to 60 days and owner did not feel secure of this type work. He preferred to have the frame replaced or given a new bike and not a welding job. Owner stated t he welded frame could brake and cause serious injury, if traveling at high speeds. Provide further detail.
The consumer received a recall letter from american honda motor company indicating there was a defect in the frame welding. The consumer then received a letter from the manufacturer indicating that there was not a problem with the motorcycle and to disregard the previous letter. Another letter was sent from the manufacturer indicating to disregard the last letter, there was a recall for the frame weld and to bring the vehicle to a dealer for repair. This is causing confusion in regards to the repair of the motorcycle. Please provide further details.
Vehicle has a faulty weld. This weld can crack. Currently, vehicle has been converted to a tri-bike. Honda which not comply with repairing the faulty weld.
Honda gl 1800 goldwing motorcycle frame recall: upon receipt of recall notification, personal inspection revealed severe cracks on both ends of cross member involved in recall. Motorcycle was then brought to a dealer to evaluate defect.
Frame cracked at the welds on my 2003 gl1800 goldwing. Honda dealer, & rep. Are trying to decide what they'll do. Vin.#[xxx]. *la information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
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