Honda CRF450 Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jul 13, 2021 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 2 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Honda CRF450, across 2 model years (2021–2022). The 2022 model year has the most complaints (1). The most reported problem area overall is engine.

Peak: 2021, with 1 complaints
2021: 1202112022: 120221

n = 2 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Honda CRF450 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No CRF450 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2022 CRF450: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
  2. 2021 CRF450: 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 CRF450 problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Engine110
Fuel/propulsion System110
Power Train110

All Honda CRF450 model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2022 CRF45010—Engine
2021 CRF45010—Fuel/propulsion System

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Frequently asked questions

Which Honda CRF450 years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2022 (1), 2021 (1). 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 CRF450?

Engine, with 1 complaint across 1 model year.

How many recalls does the Honda CRF450 have?

0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.