Honda VFR800 recalls and problems
3 recalls and 23 owner complaints for 5 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
3
Complaints
23
Crashes reported
1
Fires reported
0
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Honda VFR800 by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 VFR800 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2005 VFR800 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 VFR800 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2003 VFR800 | 2 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2002 VFR800 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most reported Honda VFR800 problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 19 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 | |
| Engine | 2 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 2 | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | |
| Unknown or Other | 1 |
All Honda VFR800 recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07V-359 | Aug 15, 2007 | 2002–2005 | Electrical System | On certain motorcycles, the front fairing sub-harness (Section of the wiring harness) transfers the electrical grounding load of the headlights, front turn signals, instrument panel, and various relays to the main wiring… |
| 06V-270 | Jul 26, 2006 | 2006 | Equipment | On certain passenger vehicles and motorcycles, the owner's manuals contain incorrect contact information for the national highway traffic safety administration's (Nhtsa) vehicle safety hotline. |
| 05V-010 | Jan 24, 2005 | 2002–2004 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | Certain motorcycles equipped with combined-brake systems have a proportioning control valve (Pcv) that mechanically proportions brake force when the rear brake is applied. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the Honda VFR800?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2003 Honda VFR800 has the most reports (8). Check the 2003 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Honda VFR800 have?
NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls covering Honda VFR800 model years 2002–2006.
What are the most common Honda VFR800 problems?
Owners report electrical system, exterior lighting, engine problems most often.