Honda GL1500C Valkyrie Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jun 9, 2014 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 2 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Honda GL1500C Valkyrie, across 2 model years (1999–2001). The 2001 model year has the most complaints (1). The most reported problem area overall is engine.

Peak: 1999, with 1 complaints
1999: 1199912001: 120011

n = 2 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Honda GL1500C Valkyrie years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No GL1500C Valkyrie model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2001 GL1500C Valkyrie: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
  2. 1999 GL1500C Valkyrie: 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 GL1500C Valkyrie problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Engine110
Exterior Lighting110
Fuel/propulsion System110

All Honda GL1500C Valkyrie model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2001 GL1500C Valkyrie10—Exterior Lighting
1999 GL1500C Valkyrie10—Engine

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Frequently asked questions

Which Honda GL1500C Valkyrie years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2001 (1), 1999 (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 GL1500C Valkyrie?

Engine, with 1 complaint across 1 model year.

How many recalls does the Honda GL1500C Valkyrie have?

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