Honda VFR1200F Problems by Year
NHTSA has 14 owner complaints and 2 safety recalls on file for the Honda VFR1200F, across 3 model years (2010–2013). The 2010 model year has the most complaints (12). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
Honda VFR1200F years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No VFR1200F model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2010 VFR1200F: 12 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2012 VFR1200F: 2 complaints, 2 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 VFR1200F problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 8 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 6 | 1 | 0 |
| Engine | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| Power Train | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Honda VFR1200F model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 VFR1200F | 0 | 2 | — | — | |
| 2012 VFR1200F | 2 | 2 | — | Engine | |
| 2010 VFR1200F | 12 | 2 | — | Electrical System |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Honda VFR1200F years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2010 (12), 2012 (2). 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 VFR1200F?
Electrical System, with 8 complaints across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the Honda VFR1200F have?
2 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.