MYRModel Year Report

2003 Honda VTX1800

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2003 Honda VTX1800
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:57:53.164Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
53
Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Power train

38% of complaints

Complaints per year

2002: 63 complaints 2002 2003: 53 complaints 2003 53 2004: 6 complaints 2004 2005: 3 complaints 2005 2007: 5 complaints 2007 2008: 2 complaints 2008
2002: 63 complaints 2002 2003: 53 complaints 2003 53 2004: 6 complaints 2004 2005: 3 complaints 2005 2007: 5 complaints 2007 2008: 2 complaints 2008
2002: 63 complaints 2002 2003: 53 complaints 2003 53 2004: 6 complaints 2004 2005: 3 complaints 2005 2007: 5 complaints 2007 2008: 2 complaints 2008

2003: 53 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
200263
200353
20046
20053
20075
20082

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Power train

38% · 20 reports

Most commonly citing driveline and axle assembly.

Show complaint excerpts

Rear drive side flange bearing total failure 4 times before 30000 miles. Bearings totally ground down and rough. T $220.00 a pop, it is becoming expensive and an imminent danger to all riders.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-03-30

Suspension

32% · 17 reports

Most commonly citing rear and wheel bearing.

Wheels

21% · 11 reports

Most commonly citing hub.

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I heard a noise when turning or cornerig both directions. Removed rear wheel and found drive flange bearing had failed breaking apart into small pieces.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-08-06

Tires

6% · 3 reports
CRASHDEATH
Show complaint excerpts

2003 Honda VTX1800 mc bike started to shake resulting in an accident. Two people were killed*cw according to witnesses the rear tire started to shake as the consumer was riding.

NHTSA ODI report, 2010-02-23

Exterior lighting

4% · 2 reports

Most commonly citing turn signal.

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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Buy-smart checklist

2003 Honda VTX1800 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Power train: 20 reports on file for this year.
  • Suspension: 17 reports on file for this year.
  • Wheels: 11 reports on file for this year.
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FAQ

Is the 2003 Honda VTX1800 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 VTX1800?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2003 Honda VTX1800 have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.

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