2002 Honda Honda Motorcycle

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2002 Honda Honda Motorcycle
RENDERED 2026-08-02T09:20:52.733Z

Only 10 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 10 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Honda Honda Motorcycle Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2002 highlighted. 1990: 2 complaints 1990 1994: 1 complaints 1995: 2 complaints 1995 1996: 3 complaints 1997: 3 complaints 1997 1998: 6 complaints 1999: 3 complaints 1999 2000: 2 complaints 2001: 3 complaints 2001 2002: 10 complaints 2002 2003: 28 complaints 2003
2002: 10 complaints
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YearComplaints
19902
19941
19952
19963
19973
19986
19993
20002
20013
200210
200328

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 10 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

2 of 10 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling.

FIRE INJURY
Show complaint excerpts

2003 HONDA VFR INTERCEPTOR (MOTORCYCLE) CAUGHT ON FIRE APPROXIMATELY 4-5 MILES INTO RIDE. THE FIRE WAS ON THE RIGHT SIDE ONLY, AT THE MUFFLER AND REAR PLASTIC COWLING.

NHTSA ODI report, 20031030

I BOUGHT A HONDA 2002 919 (CB900F) A FEW MONTHS AGO AND HAVE HAD A BAD EXPERIENCE WITH EXHAUST FUMES. IT DOESN'T MATTER IF YOU ARE SITTING STILL OR RIDING SLOW,FAST, OR STOP AND GO.

NHTSA ODI report, 20030909

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

2 of 10 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling.

TIRES

1 of 10 total reports mentions: tires.

STRUCTURE

1 of 10 total reports mentions: structure.

STRUCTURE

1 of 10 total reports mentions: structure.

FIRE

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2002 Honda Honda Motorcycle — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for tires issues (1 reports on file for this year).

FAQ

Is the 2002 Honda Honda Motorcycle reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2002 Honda Honda Motorcycle?

The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe, accounting for 20% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2002 Honda Honda Motorcycle have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.