Safety Recall NHTSA · 02V250000 Reported September 17, 2002

Honda/rear wheel cracks

Q: What is recall 02V250000?

NHTSA recall 02V250000 was issued by Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) on September 17, 2002. It addresses: Honda/rear wheel cracks. The recall affects approximately 2,454 vehicles , with the defect involving the N/A component.

Q: Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls . NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

Q: How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) · N/A · 2,454 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

02V250000

Manufacturer Campaign

NR (Not Reported)

Manufacturer

Honda (american Honda Motor Co.)

Component

N/A

Vehicles Affected

2,454

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

September 17, 2002

Defect Summary

On certain motorcycles, under certain riding conditions, such as continuously bumpy roads, the rear wheel could develop stress cracks where the wheel spokes attach to the hub.

Safety Consequence

The spokes will eventually fail, causing the wheel to collapse without warning.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the rear wheel, including a new tire. owner notification is expected to begin during september 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact honda motorcycle at 1-800-289-8226.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) dealer and reference recall ID 02V250000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

View Official NHTSA Notice →

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FAQ: Recall 02V250000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 02V250000?

NHTSA recall 02V250000 was issued by Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) on September 17, 2002. It addresses: Honda/rear wheel cracks. The recall affects approximately 2,454 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 02V250000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.