Honda CBR1000RR Problems by Year
NHTSA has 51 owner complaints and 9 safety recalls on file for the Honda CBR1000RR, across 18 model years (2004–2025). The 2008 model year has the most complaints (18). The most reported problem area overall is engine.
Honda CBR1000RR years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical CBR1000RR year: 2004, 2008. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2008 CBR1000RR: 18 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2004 CBR1000RR: 10 complaints, 1 recall
- 2009 CBR1000RR: 5 complaints, 1 recall
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2013 CBR1000RR: 1 complaint, 1 recall
- 2018 CBR1000RR: 1 complaint, 1 recall
- 2025 CBR1000RR: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Honda CBR1000RR problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 13 | 4 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 7 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 6 | 2 | 0 |
| Power Train | 5 | 4 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 5 | 3 | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 3 | 2 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Steering | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Tires | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Honda CBR1000RR model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 CBR1000RR | 1 | 0 | — | Power Train | |
| 2021 CBR1000RR | 0 | 3 | — | — | |
| 2019 CBR1000RR | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2018 CBR1000RR | 1 | 1 | — | Engine | |
| 2017 CBR1000RR | 3 | 2 | — | Fuel/propulsion System | |
| 2016 CBR1000RR | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2015 CBR1000RR | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2014 CBR1000RR | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2013 CBR1000RR | 1 | 1 | — | Service Brakes | |
| 2012 CBR1000RR | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2011 CBR1000RR | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2010 CBR1000RR | 2 | 1 | — | Engine | |
| 2009 CBR1000RR | 5 | 1 | — | Service Brakes | |
| 2008 CBR1000RR | 18 | 2 | — | Engine | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2007 CBR1000RR | 2 | 1 | — | Fuel/propulsion System | |
| 2006 CBR1000RR | 4 | 2 | — | Fuel System, Gasoline | |
| 2005 CBR1000RR | 4 | 0 | — | Steering | |
| 2004 CBR1000RR | 10 | 1 | — | Electrical System | Far more complaints than other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Honda CBR1000RR years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2004 (10), 2008 (18) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical CBR1000RR year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Honda CBR1000RR?
Engine, with 13 complaints across 4 model years.
How many recalls does the Honda CBR1000RR have?
9 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.