2001 Honda VT1100 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated May 13, 2002 · 3 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other VT1100 years
Not enough data 2nd of 7 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2001 Honda VT1100. That ranks 2nd out of 7 VT1100 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (2 complaints, 67%). Complaints mention 1 crash, 1 injury. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2001 Honda VT1100 problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Engine and Engine Cooling2
Tires1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine and Engine Cooling267%———
Tires133%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2001, with 2 complaints
2001: 2200122002: 120021

n = 3 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2001 Honda VT1100 recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2001 Honda VT1100.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

K177f, 120/90 18.65h, dot unknown, original equipment with 10000 miles on a 2001, honda,sabre motorcycle. Sidewalls of both tires are cracked.*ak *yh

Tires · received May 13, 2002 · NHTSA complaint 8009662

While traveling 65 mph or faster there is a "pinging" and a "screeching" noise coming from engine. Dealership has examined vehicle, and cannot reproduce the noise. Please provide any additional information / attachments.*ak

Engine and Engine Cooling · received Sep 11, 2001 · NHTSA complaint 896179

Oil galley plug blew out of cylinder head causing hot oil to be sprayed onto the riders legs causing burns and onto rear tire causing a loss of control. The entire motorcycle is covered with oil. Photos available. Please contact me a.s.a.p.

Engine and Engine Cooling · received Jun 13, 2001 · NHTSA complaint 746771

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2001 Honda VT1100?

Owners most often report engine and engine cooling, tires problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 2 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2001 Honda VT1100?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2001 Honda VT1100 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other VT1100 model years, the 2001 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.