2005 Honda CB900F Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Aug 2, 2016 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other CB900F years
Not enough data 2nd of 6 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2005 Honda CB900F. That ranks 2nd out of 6 CB900F model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is air bags (1 complaints, 50%), typically at around 76,000 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2005 Honda CB900F problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Air Bags1 · ~76,000 mi
Engine and Engine Cooling1 · ~1,460 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Air Bags150%76,000——
Engine and Engine Cooling150%1,460——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2009, with 1 complaints
2009: 1200912016: 120161

n = 2 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2005 Honda CB900F recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2005 Honda CB900F.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

Takata recall - local honda dealer was called. Advised that they had no parts and would not schedule a repair date. Provided no rental car or future date for part availability. Stated that focus is in southern states due to the heat. I feel that service orders should be completed on a first come…

Air Bags · received Aug 2, 2016 · NHTSA complaint 10892333

I recently purchased a 2005 honda 919 (cb900f5) motorcycle. The high-mounted (completely stock) exhaust system appears to be poorly designed, given that a large amount of exhaust is pulled back into the riders clothing and helmet, especially at moderate (city) speeds. My clothing actually smells of…

Engine and Engine Cooling · received Sep 7, 2009 · NHTSA complaint 10283095

Other Honda CB900F years

← 2004 CB900F · 2006 CB900F →

YearComplaintsRecalls
2007 CB900F10
2006 CB900F01
200520
2004 CB900F10
2003 CB900F30
2002 CB900F10

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2005 Honda CB900F?

Owners most often report air bags, engine and engine cooling problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2005 Honda CB900F?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2005 Honda CB900F a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other CB900F model years, the 2005 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.