MYRModel Year Report

2003 Honda Honda Motorcycle

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2003 Honda Honda Motorcycle
RENDERED 2026-09-16T14:25:40.379Z

Only 28 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 28 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, 2003 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 2003: 28 complaints 2003
2003: 28 complaints
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YearComplaints
19902
19941
19952
19963
19973
19986
19993
20002
20013
200210
200328

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 28 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

9 of 28 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe and emission control.

INJURY
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INCURABLE (UNABLE TO FIX) EXHAUST SMELL FROM NEW MOTORCYCLE! IN RIGHT CONDITIONS THE SMELL IS STRONG ENOUGH TO GIVE ME A HEADACHE AND STOMACH ILLNESS. I OWN A 2003 HONDA CB900F3 ALSO KNOW AS A MODEL 919.

NHTSA ODI report, 20030818

SUSPENSION

3 of 28 total reports mention: suspension, most commonly citing rear and front.

CRASH INJURY
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REAR SUSPENSION OF 2003 HONDA 954 COLLAPSED. WELDED PLATE FOR REAR SUSPENSION BROKEN AT WELD.*AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20030830

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

3 of 28 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing fuses and circuit breakers and switch.

STEERING

2 of 28 total reports mention: steering, most commonly citing steering wheel/handle bar.

CRASH INJURY
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WHILE DRIVING AT 40 MPH, THE FRONT WHEEL CAME OFF WITHOUT NOTICE. *AK THE HANDLEBAR WAS NOT PROPERLY SECURED TO THE STEERING SHAFT. (FREEPLAY FROM LEFT TO RIGHT) THIS CAUSED THE DRIVER TO LOSE BALANCE AND CONTROL OF THE SCOOTER. *SCC *JB

NHTSA ODI report, 20030904

POWER TRAIN

2 of 28 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing manual transmission.

INJURY

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2003 Honda Honda Motorcycle — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (9 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (3 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2003 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 2003 Honda Honda Motorcycle?

The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 32% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2003 Honda Honda Motorcycle have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.