Honda VTR1000F Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Aug 25, 2006 · 6 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 6 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Honda VTR1000F, across 2 model years (1998–2005). The 1998 model year has the most complaints (5). The most reported problem area overall is engine and engine cooling.

Peak: 1998, with 5 complaints
1998: 5199852005: 120051

n = 6 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Honda VTR1000F years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No VTR1000F model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 1998 VTR1000F: 5 complaints, 0 recalls
  2. 2005 VTR1000F: 1 complaint, 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 VTR1000F problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Engine and Engine Cooling620

All Honda VTR1000F model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2005 VTR1000F10—Engine and Engine Cooling
1998 VTR1000F50—Engine and Engine Cooling

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Frequently asked questions

Which Honda VTR1000F years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 1998 (5), 2005 (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 VTR1000F?

Engine and Engine Cooling, with 6 complaints across 2 model years.

How many recalls does the Honda VTR1000F have?

0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.