MYRModel Year Report

2008 Honda VTX1300

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2008 Honda VTX1300
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:35:47.703Z

Only 2 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 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
2

Too few to rank

Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 2008

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

2003: 35 complaints 2003 2004: 78 complaints 2004 2005: 47 complaints 2005 2006: 35 complaints 2006 2007: 36 complaints 2007 2008: 2 complaints 2008 2 2009: 1 complaint 2009
2003: 35 complaints 2003 2004: 78 complaints 2004 2005: 47 complaints 2005 2006: 35 complaints 2006 2007: 36 complaints 2007 2008: 2 complaints 2008 2 2009: 1 complaint 2009
2003: 35 complaints 2003 2004: 78 complaints 2004 2005: 47 complaints 2005 2006: 35 complaints 2006 2007: 36 complaints 2007 2008: 2 complaints 2008 2 2009: 1 complaint 2009

2008: 2 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
200335
200478
200547
200635
200736
20082
20091

Known problem areas

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Steering

1 of 2 total reports mentions: steering.

Show complaint excerpts

Front wheel wobbles when coasting and I let go of the handle bars. Wobble is violent but stoops when I grab the handle bars.

NHTSA ODI report, 2015-08-06

Fuel system, gasoline

1 of 2 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline.

Show complaint excerpts

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Honda VTX1300C motorcycle. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked he noticed fuel leaking from the fuel control valve.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-05-20

Safety timeline

1 recall · 1 investigation · oldest first

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    2008-04-22Fuel system, gasoline08V141000 Honda is recalling 38,934 my 2006-2007 VT600 and my 2007-2008 VT750 and VTX1300 motorcycles. The motorcycles may have an improperly manufactured fuel control valve diaphragm and the fuel valve may…

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel control valve diaphragm assembly, free of charge. The recall began on April 22, 2008. Owners may contact Honda at 1-866-784-1870.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  2. I
    2012-05-14Audit queryClosed 2013-05-13 Southern Honda Powersports

Buy-smart checklist

2008 Honda VTX1300 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Steering: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Fuel system, gasoline: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 08V141000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2008 Honda VTX1300 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 2008 Honda VTX1300?
The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2008 Honda VTX1300 have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.