Dealer has not been able to get the parts on two recalls, fuel tank o4v153000, and handle bar 03v513000.
The worst 2003 Honda Silver Wing problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Body2
- Engine1
- Fuel system1
Problems by type
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- Body2
- Engine1
- Fuel system1
Recalls 2
Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly
- What is wrong
- On certain scooters, some fuel tanks were improperly manufactured and do not meet material strength specifications.
- Risk
- Engine vibration or riding on bumpy roads could cause these tanks to crack and leak. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, can result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will perform an inspection procedure that identifies defective fuel tanks. If the fuel tank fails the inspection, the dealer will replace it with an updated fuel tank. Owner notification began during april 16, 2004. Owners should contact honda at 1‑866‑784‑1870.
Recall number 04V163000 · Recall details
Steering: steering wheel/handle bar
- What is wrong
- On certain scooters, excessive clearance between the lower handlebar clamp and handlebar holder creates stress that can eventually cause the handlebar to loosen or detach.
- Risk
- This could result in a loss of steering control, which could lead to a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install two lower handlebar clamps, add washers between the lower clamps and handlebar holder, and install new locknuts. Owner notification began on december 11, 2003. Owners should contact honda at 1‑866‑784‑1870.
Recall number 03V513000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2003 Honda Silver Wing 4
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
What 2003 Honda Silver Wing owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
While driving 65 MPH motorcycle stalled. Consumer was able to coast the motorcycle to shoulder. Consumer tried to restart motorcycle but was unable to do so. Consumer had the motorcycle towed to the dealer but the mechanic was unable to duplicate the problem. Consumer informed the mechanic that this problem recurred. *ak
When accelerating, the motorcycle vibrated.*ak the motorcycle was taken to the honda dealer but no corrections were made. The consumer stated another motorcycle at the dealer also vibrated. *cb
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Questions about the 2003 Honda Silver Wing
Is the 2003 Honda Silver Wing reliable?
Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 2003 Honda Silver Wing, close to a typical Silver Wing model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2003 Honda Silver Wing?
Body and structure, with 2 complaints. Next is engine (1).
How many recalls does the 2003 Honda Silver Wing have?
2 recalls, covering fuel system, gasoline and steering.
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