Honda V Series Problems by Year
NHTSA has 12 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Honda V Series, across 5 model years (1995–2003). The 2003 model year has the most complaints (3). The most reported problem area overall is power train.
Honda V Series years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No V Series model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2003 V Series: 3 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2002 V Series: 3 complaints, 0 recalls
- 1998 V Series: 3 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 V Series problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Tires | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Visibility | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Honda V Series model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 V Series | 3 | 0 | — | Power Train | |
| 2002 V Series | 3 | 0 | — | Power Train | |
| 2001 V Series | 2 | 0 | — | Tires | |
| 1998 V Series | 3 | 0 | — | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | |
| 1995 V Series | 1 | 0 | — | Wheels |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Honda V Series years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2003 (3), 2002 (3), 1998 (3). 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 V Series?
Power Train, with 4 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Honda V Series have?
0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.