Honda SXS1000 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 9 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Honda SXS1000, across 2 model years (2016–2020). The 2020 model year has the most complaints (5). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
Honda SXS1000 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No SXS1000 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2020 SXS1000: 5 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2016 SXS1000: 4 complaints, 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 SXS1000 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Power Train | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Engine | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Seats | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Honda SXS1000 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 SXS1000 | 5 | 0 | — | Power Train | |
| 2016 SXS1000 | 4 | 0 | — | Electrical System |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Honda SXS1000 years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2020 (5), 2016 (4). 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 SXS1000?
Electrical System, with 2 complaints across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the Honda SXS1000 have?
0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.