2003 Honda VTX1300 vs 2005 Honda VTX1300
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2003 Honda VTX1300 | 2005 Honda VTX1300 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 35 | 47 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 7 | 6 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 7,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Honda VTX1300 | Honda VTX1300 |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 12 | 32 |
| Suspension | 11 | 5 |
| Wheels | 3 | 3 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 | 0 |
| Tires | 4 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 3 |
| Power Train | 1 | 3 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 21 | 28 |
2003 Honda VTX1300
2005 Honda VTX1300
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.