2003 Honda VTX1300 recalls and problems

There are no safety recalls for the 2003 Honda VTX1300, but owners have filed 35 complaints with NHTSA.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes / fires

0 / 0

Injuries / deaths

0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2003 Honda VTX1300 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2003 Honda VTX1300 problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Steering	13
Suspension	11
Vehicle Speed Control	5
Tires	4
Wheels	3
Power Train	2
Engine and Engine Cooling	1
Unknown or Other	1
Electronic Stability Control	1
Electrical System	1

Most reported parts

Steering › Steering Wheel/Handle Bar — 4
Suspension › Front — 2
Suspension › Front › Wheel Bearing — 1
Engine and Engine Cooling › Exhaust System › Emission Control › Crankcase (Pcv) — 1
Suspension › Front › Shock Absorber — 1
Wheels › Rim — 1
Electronic Stability Control › Automatic (Asc) — 1
Electrical System › Wiring › Interior/Under Dash — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 3,000 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 2003 Honda VTX1300 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Steering · at 16,000 miles · reported Jul 31, 2012

Bad wobble in steering/bearing between 30 and 50 MPH. When this is going on in a curve you nearly loose control it convulsive wobble grows. Not hard to find numerous complaints about this condition even on these bikes right from the dealer.

Power Train · at 7,200 miles · reported Jun 10, 2008

I own a 2003 honda vtx1300s motorcycle. This bike is shaft drive. While riding through town the swing arm separated from the rear wheel do to the spot welds braking on the drive shaft side of the motorcycle. This caused the bike to twist wildly do to the rear wheel only being supported on one side of the swing arm. This bike only has 7,200 miles on it and is garaged & well kept. I was traveling 25 mpg on a city street and got stopped without accident. If I had been traveling at speed on a highway or county road there no doubt that I would have been injured. At this time honda claims no…

Suspension · at 270,000 miles · reported Jun 8, 2008

Rear flange bearing in vtx 1300 came apart, looked at bearing while changing rear tire. Replace 2004 and 2003 vtx s bearing while changing rear tire. Replace bearing # 91052-kz4-j21.

Steering · at 12,000 miles · reported Aug 3, 2006

I AM the owner of a 2003 honda vt1300s. This motorcycle has a deceleration "wobble" at 35-45 MPH. It is felt at the handlebars even while having both hands on them. Many vtx owners I know have the same problem. I'm concerned about this issue because it really feels as if the steering head would come loose at any point and also it's dangerous when riding on certain roads. It also shows uneven tire wear on the front tire.

Steering · at 150 miles · reported Jul 23, 2006

When ridding my motorcycle at a speed of 50 and letting off the gas, at around 45 MPH I get a wobble real bad from the front end and it is really dangerous around a turn and can cause an accident. Talked to many honda owners and they all have the same problem. After changing the steering bearing it is fixed, they said.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2003 Honda VTX1300 have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2003 Honda VTX1300 as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.

What is the most common problem with the 2003 Honda VTX1300?

Owners report steering problems most often (13 reports), followed by suspension (11). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 3,000 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.