2005 Honda XR650L Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Oct 18, 2005 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other XR650L years
Not enough data 2nd of 2 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2005 Honda XR650L. That ranks 2nd out of 2 XR650L model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 30 miles. 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 2005 Honda XR650L problems

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

Engine and Engine Cooling1 · ~30 mi
Structure1 · ~30 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine and Engine Cooling1100%30——
Structure1100%30——

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

2005 Honda XR650L recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2005 Honda XR650L.

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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.

Chain of events for atv purchase i have a complete calendar of events too long for this field. Please contact me for the complete documents. Oil leaks, frame rusting, engine corrosion, tsb safety recall for tie rod ends which could cause death came out in april of 2005 and was not done. Subject…

Structure · received Nov 2, 2005 · NHTSA complaint 10140097

Other Honda XR650L years

2008 XR650L →

YearComplaintsRecalls
2008 XR650L20
200510

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2005 Honda XR650L?

Owners most often report engine and engine cooling, structure problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2005 Honda XR650L?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2005 Honda XR650L a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other XR650L model years, the 2005 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.