There are no safety recalls for the 2009 Honda VT750, but owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA.
2009 Honda VT750 problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Suspension | 2 | |
| Power Train | 2 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | |
| Tires | 1 | |
Most reported parts
- Power Train › Manual Transmission — 2
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 5 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2009 Honda VT750 complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Power Train · at 6,900 miles · reported May 6, 2011
2009 honda shadow motorcycle, drive shaft poorly installed causing seals to leak at both ends, repair ended up being well over 3 weeks.
Tires · at 1,803 miles · reported Sep 11, 2010
Rear tire blowout on 2009 honda vt750c shadow aero motorcycle while driving 50 MPH... Inspection revealed defective tire valve stem ruptured under wheel rim. Motorcycle is 6 months old with 1803 miles on odometer. Air pressure was checked before each ride and there was never any indication of a problem. I saved defective valve stem before having it replaced.
Engine and Engine Cooling · at 4 miles · reported Jun 17, 2010
The contact owns a 2009 honda vt750c. The contact stated that while driving at speeds of at least 50 MPH, the vehicle would excessively and violently vibrate. The vibrations were so severe that the contacts vision was severely impaired. The contact spoke with the manufacturer who would not provide any assistance. The dealer advised contact that his model vehicle was performing as designed however, the contact believed the failure to be safety related and wanted the issue addressed. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 4 and the current was 2,050.
Suspension · at 4 miles · reported Oct 5, 2009
The contact owns a 2009 honda aeor vt750 motorcycle. When driving above 50 MPH or in 5th gear the motorcycle vibrates badly, as if the suspension was failing. The motorcycle was taken to the dealer for inspection. The technicians could not identify the cause of the failure, therefore they could not provide a remedy. The failure mileage was 4. The current mileage was 700. Updated 11/03/09 the dealership stated that motorcycle was performing as designed. Updated 11/04/09 the consumer stated the transmission now makes unusual noises in all gears except 5th gear. Updated evoq 10/29/10
Suspension · at 5 miles · reported Sep 25, 2009
I purchased a honda vt 750c motorcycle from honda in salisbury, maryland on august 1, 2009. I have ridden the bike about 400 miles and at speeds above fifty miles per hours the cycle vibrates badly. At speeds over 55 the cycle bounces severely enough to bounce the rider's eyeballs to the point that vision is severely impaired. I returned the motorcycle to the dealership and contacted honda inc. They seem less than concerned to say the least. It is the dealerships position that all of the vt 750's ride in a like manner. If that is the case these bikes need to be removed from the road. There is…
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2009 Honda VT750 have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2009 Honda VT750 as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2009 Honda VT750?
Owners report suspension problems most often (2 reports), followed by power train (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 5 miles.
Are Honda recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Honda dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.