2005 Honda CBR1000RR Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated May 8, 2008 · 4 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other CBR1000RR years
Not enough data 4th of 18 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about the 2005 Honda CBR1000RR. That ranks 4th out of 18 CBR1000RR model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is steering (2 complaints, 50%). There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Honda CBR1000RR
Honda CBR 1000 RR Fireblade. Representative photo; appearance varies by model year. Photo: Rama ., CC BY-SA 2.0 fr, via Wikimedia Commons.

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

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Most common 2005 Honda CBR1000RR problems

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

Steering2
Electrical System1 · ~54,000 mi
Tires1 · ~4,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Steering250%———
Electrical System125%54,000——
Tires125%4,000——

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2005, with 3 complaints
2005: 3200532008: 120081

n = 4 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2005 Honda CBR1000RR recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2005 Honda CBR1000RR.

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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.

Have replaced three stators on the vehicle prior. The first two done by myself (after manufacturer's warranty expired) the third done by honda under a "warranty extension" after the first two occurrences. Dates can be provided if necessary. Stator has once again failed, but dealers do not stock…

Electrical System · received May 8, 2008 · NHTSA complaint 10227070

2005 honda gl1800 i have had a front steering wobble since new. The front tire was replaced under warranty. It may have corrected 50% but still have a front wobble, especially around 40 mph. The dealer says its just built into the bike. Friends of mine have instilled taper roller bearings and that…

Steering · received Sep 26, 2005 · NHTSA complaint 10137592

The front tire on my 2005 honda gold wing has gone bad in under 4000 miles, and is not usable at 6000 miles. Honda will not warranty tires, even though it is from the front end wobble. Honda tells me that i will have to replace the front tire every 6000 miles, and they will do nothing to alleviate…

Tires · received Sep 12, 2005 · NHTSA complaint 10136274

Honda goldwing gl1800 05 model front end has a wobble not sure if its the tire that whole front end. This bike only has 700 miles. Note this complaint is in support of odi #10135765. *jb

Steering · received Sep 9, 2005 · NHTSA complaint 10136021

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2005 Honda CBR1000RR?

Owners most often report steering, electrical system, tires problems. The top one, steering, accounts for 2 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2005 Honda CBR1000RR?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2005 Honda CBR1000RR a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other CBR1000RR model years, the 2005 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.