Honda VFR800A Problems by Year
NHTSA has 6 owner complaints and 2 safety recalls on file for the Honda VFR800A, across 4 model years (2002–2006). The 2003 model year has the most complaints (3). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
Honda VFR800A years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No VFR800A model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2003 VFR800A: 3 complaints, 1 recall
- 2002 VFR800A: 2 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2004 VFR800A: 1 complaint, 1 recall
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 VFR800A problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 6 | 3 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Honda VFR800A model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 VFR800A | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2004 VFR800A | 1 | 1 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2003 VFR800A | 3 | 1 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2002 VFR800A | 2 | 0 | — | Electrical System |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Honda VFR800A years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2003 (3), 2002 (2), 2004 (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 VFR800A?
Electrical System, with 6 complaints across 3 model years.
How many recalls does the Honda VFR800A have?
2 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.