MYRModel Year Report

2008 Honda VTX1800

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2008 Honda VTX1800
RENDERED 2026-08-02T09:55:29.377Z

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 PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Honda VTX1800 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2008 highlighted. 2002: 63 complaints 2002 2003: 53 complaints 2003 2004: 6 complaints 2004 2005: 3 complaints 2005 2007: 5 complaints 2007 2008: 2 complaints 2008
2008: 2 complaints
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YearComplaints
200263
200353
20046
20053
20075
20082

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

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

VISIBILITY

1 of 2 total reports mentions: visibility.

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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 HONDA VTX1800. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 30 MPH WHEN HE NOTICED THAT THE SPEEDOMETER BACKLIGHT WAS REFLECTING OFF THE WINDSHIELD, MAKING IT DIFFICULT TO VIEW THE ROADWAY. THE FAILURE WOULD ONLY OCCUR WHEN DRIVING AT NIGHT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20100827

STRUCTURE

1 of 2 total reports mentions: structure.

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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 HONDA VTX1800. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 30 MPH WHEN HE NOTICED THAT THE SPEEDOMETER BACKLIGHT WAS REFLECTING OFF THE WINDSHIELD, MAKING IT DIFFICULT TO VIEW THE ROADWAY. THE FAILURE WOULD ONLY OCCUR WHEN DRIVING AT NIGHT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20100827

ENGINE

1 of 2 total reports mentions: engine.

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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 HONDA VTX18N28. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER, WHERE THE FUEL PUMP AND INJECTORS WERE REPLACED. THE REPAIRS DID NOT CORRECT THE PROBLEM.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120717

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2008 Honda VTX1800 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for visibility issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for structure issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2008 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 2008 Honda VTX1800?

The most-reported component is visibility, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2008 Honda VTX1800 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.