2007 HONDA VTX1800 — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
6
Owner Complaints
0
Recalls
1
Service Bulletin
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2007 HONDA VTX1800
The 2007 HONDA VTX1800 has received a total of 6 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). 1 technical service bulletin have been issued by Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Engine (1 complaint), Engine And Engine Cooling (1 complaint), and Power Trainclutch Assembly (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2007 HONDA VTX1800
There are no recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2007 HONDA VTX1800. No Active Recalls
Owner Complaints for the 2007 HONDA VTX1800
6 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2007 HONDA VTX1800. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Trainclutch Assembly | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspensionfront | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibilitywindshield | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
The contact owns a 2007 Honda Motorcycle VTX1800. The contact stated while riding approximately 70 MPH and crossing a highway overpass, the motorcycle stalled. The contact stated that he pulled over while still on the overpass and had to wait about 15 minutes before he was able to restart the motorcycle. The contact stated that the oil warning light was illuminated. The contact had experienced a similar failure previously. The contact had not taken the motorcycle to a local dealer or independent mechanic. The motorcycle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The contact researched online and became aware of complaints regarding the failure for similar makes and models. The contact stated that the failure might be due to high outdoor temperatures. The failure mileage was approximately 13,000.
CARBURETOR LEAKS GASOLINE TO HOT ENGINE EXHAUST DUE TO DEFECTIVE CONSTRUCTION OF CARBURETOR SEALS. *TR
2007 HONDA VTX1800 REIMBURSED FOR REPAIRS. *DT THE CLUTCH WAS REPLACED. *JB
TL THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 HONDA VTX1800 BC MOTORCYCLE. HIS MOTORCYCLE IS LEANING TO ONE SIDE DUE TO THE TIRES. THE TIRES ARE WORN AND UNEVEN. THE DRIVER IS REQUIRED TO PURCHASE TWO NEW TIRES EVERY TWO WEEKS. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE WHY THE TIRE WEAR IS SO FREQUENT. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 3,700.
TL THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 HONDA VTX1800 BC MOTORCYCLE. HIS MOTORCYCLE IS LEANING TO ONE SIDE DUE TO THE TIRES. THE TIRES ARE WORN AND UNEVEN. THE DRIVER IS REQUIRED TO PURCHASE TWO NEW TIRES EVERY TWO WEEKS. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE WHY THE TIRE WEAR IS SO FREQUENT. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 3,700.
Safety Rating for the 2007 HONDA VTX1800
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2007 HONDA VTX1800 in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2007 HONDA VTX1800
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) has issued 1 technical service bulletin (TSBs) for the 2007 HONDA VTX1800. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
08-040 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY REDUCED LABEL FOR ALL HONDA VEHICLES. *PE
NHTSA Investigations for the 2007 HONDA VTX1800
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the HONDA VTX1800
- 2002 HONDA VTX1800 — 66 complaints
- 2003 HONDA VTX1800 — 61 complaints
- 2004 HONDA VTX1800 — 9 complaints
- 2005 HONDA VTX1800 — 4 complaints
- 2007 HONDA VTX1800 (current)
- 2008 HONDA VTX1800 — 3 complaints
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