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2005 Honda VTX1800 recalls and problems

There are no safety recalls for the 2005 Honda VTX1800, but owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA.

Recalls
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Complaints
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Crashes / fires
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Injuries / deaths
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Recalls may cover only some 2005 Honda VTX1800 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2005 Honda VTX1800 problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Power Train1
Wheels1
Structure1
Equipment1

Most reported parts

  • Power Train › Manual Transmission — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 39,774 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 2005 Honda VTX1800 complaints

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

Structure · reported Jul 25, 2019
Supertrapp/jardine is an ohio company offering motorcycle accessories. I purchased a 2005 honda vtx 1800 motorcycle with a jardine backrest installed. This backrest was a very expensive, premium product costing considerably more than the competition. My wife noticed fatigue cracks in the side brackets of this backrest. I took photos of the fatigue cracks and sent them to supertrapp/jardine and asked to purchase new brackets and send the defective brackets back for evaluation. They asked for pictures and a receipt for this backrest which I no longer have. I sent the pictures and their response…
Wheels · at 22,000 miles · reported Apr 2, 2010
2005 honda vtx 1800r rear flange bearing located in the rear tire hub assembly. After seeing many failures of this bearing I inspect it every time the rear tire is removed. Bike has only 22000 miles on it. This is the 3rd one I have personally seen on a vtx bike. The cage of the bearing had fully desinigrated and was not much more then metal strips and powder. I AM a mechanic by trade and was able to make ther repair myself.
Power Train · at 39,774 miles · reported May 15, 2009
Honda 2005 vtx 1800r1- rear wheel bearing flange, at 39774 miles while replacing rear tire found flange bearings to be flattening on about a third of bearings, it was found before any damaging failure occurred, not yet repaired ,replacement of part forthcoming.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2005 Honda VTX1800 have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2005 Honda VTX1800 as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.

What is the most common problem with the 2005 Honda VTX1800?

Owners report power train problems most often (1 reports), followed by wheels (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 39,774 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.