2004 Honda VTX1800
Only 6 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 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 6
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2004: 6 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2002 | 63 |
| 2003 | 53 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2005 | 3 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2008 | 2 |
Known problem areas
Only 6 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Power train
4 of 6 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing driveline and manual transmission.
Show complaint excerpts
When my motorcycle reached 8,000 miles it had a high speed whine, when I had a new tire installed , I found the rear wheel bearings were in pieces. I now have 18,000 miles on it and again the bearings are out.
NHTSA ODI report, 2008-06-12
Also filed under Suspension
A common problem not recognized by Honda in reference to a flange bearing failure in the rear wheel of 2004 vtx 1800C motorcycle. Noticed when replacing rear tire due to regular tire wear.
NHTSA ODI report, 2008-03-12
Wheels
3 of 6 total reports mention: wheels.
Suspension
2 of 6 total reports mention: suspension.
Show complaint excerpts
Final drive wheel bearing failure found during tire change. I understand this is commom failure on VTX1800.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-08-21
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2004 Honda VTX1800 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Power train: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Wheels: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Suspension: 2 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2004 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 2004 Honda VTX1800?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 67% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2004 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.