2007 Honda Vtx1800
The Verdict
The 2007 Honda Vtx1800 has 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. The most reported issues are body (2 complaints) and engine (2 complaints). With a Klunk Score of 99/100, it earns a "Smooth Ride" rating. If you're shopping for a Honda Vtx1800, consider the 2008 model year which has 60% fewer complaints.
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Klunk Score: Smooth Ride
This vehicle year has significantly fewer complaints than average. A reliable choice.
How is this calculated?
The Klunk Score ranks this vehicle year against all others in our database based on total owner complaints filed with NHTSA. 100 = fewest complaints (top tier), 0 = most complained-about. Scores above 60 are better than average; below 40 means more problems than most.
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Complaints
The contact owns a 2007 Honda Motorcycle VTX1800. The contact stated while riding approximately 70 MPH and crossing a highway overpass, the motorcycle stalled. The contact stated that he pulled over while still on the overpass and had to wait about 15 minutes before he was able to restart the motorcycle. The contact stated that the oil warning light was illuminated. The contact had experienced a similar failure previously. The contact had not taken the motorcycle to a local dealer or independent mechanic. The motorcycle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The contact researched online and became aware of complaints regarding the failure for similar makes and models. The contact stated that the failure might be due to high outdoor temperatures. The failure mileage was approximately 13,000.
CARBURETOR LEAKS GASOLINE TO HOT ENGINE EXHAUST DUE TO DEFECTIVE CONSTRUCTION OF CARBURETOR SEALS. *TR
2007 HONDA VTX1800 REIMBURSED FOR REPAIRS. *DT THE CLUTCH WAS REPLACED. *JB
TL THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 HONDA VTX1800 BC MOTORCYCLE. HIS MOTORCYCLE IS LEANING TO ONE SIDE DUE TO THE TIRES. THE TIRES ARE WORN AND UNEVEN. THE DRIVER IS REQUIRED TO PURCHASE TWO NEW TIRES EVERY TWO WEEKS. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE WHY THE TIRE WEAR IS SO FREQUENT. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 3,700.
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 HONDA GOLDWING (NA). WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS ON A SUNNY DAY, THE CONTACT SEES A RAINBOW OF COLORS ACROSS THE WINDSHIELD. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER ONCE AND THE WINDSHIELD WAS REPLACED. THE CONTACT CONTINUES TO SEE THE RAINBOW OF COLORS ACROSS THE WINDSHIELD. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 7,000 AND FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 10. UPDATED 03-04-08 *BF