Honda XR650L Problems by Year
NHTSA has 3 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Honda XR650L, across 2 model years (2005–2008). The 2008 model year has the most complaints (2). The most reported problem area overall is engine and engine cooling.
Honda XR650L years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No XR650L model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2008 XR650L: 2 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2005 XR650L: 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 XR650L problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Power Train | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Honda XR650L model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 XR650L | 2 | 0 | — | Power Train | |
| 2005 XR650L | 1 | 0 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Honda XR650L years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2008 (2), 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 XR650L?
Engine and Engine Cooling, with 1 complaint across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the Honda XR650L have?
0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.