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2018 Honda CRF1000D

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Below Average

Quick Summary

The 2018 Honda CRF1000D has 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 1.0x the segment average of 6. The most common issue is fuel system problems (67% of all complaints), specifically: riding motorcycle on interstate when i experienced loss of power, barely able to get out of traffic. could go no more than 15 miles at a time for 130 miles home. dealer finally determined fuel tank lining coming off causing debris in fuel pump assembly. honda states fuel pump is on back order unt.

1 injury

6

Total Complaints

0

Recalls Issued

—/5

Safety Stars

1.0x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 3 of 3)

FUEL SYSTEM

4 complaints
67%
  • • RIDING MOTORCYCLE ON INTERSTATE WHEN I EXPERIENCED LOSS OF POWER, BARELY ABLE TO GET OUT OF TRAFFIC. COULD GO NO MORE THAN 15 MILES AT A TIME FOR 130 MILES HOME. DEALER FINALLY DETERMINED FUEL TANK LINING COMING OFF CAUSING DEBRIS IN FUEL PUMP ASSEMBLY. HONDA STATES FUEL PUMP IS ON BACK ORDER UNT
  • • MOTORCYCLE HAS DOCUMENTED HISTORY OF INTERMITTENT LOSS OF POWER WHILE IN MOTION. REMOVED FUEL TANK AND FUEL PUMP TO DISCOVER INSIDE WELDS OF FUEL TANK HAD WELDING SLAG THAT HAD COME LOOSE AND CONTAMINATED THE TANK. THE FUEL FILTER, FUEL PUMP, AND FUEL PUMP HOUSING WERE ALL FOULED WITH THE SLAG WHI
  • • ON 2 SEPARATE OCCASIONS WHILE UNDER POWER AND MOVING ON A CITY STREET THE MOTORCYCLE WAS STARVED FOR FUEL AND QUIT RUNNING. ONCE AT 1700 MILES AND ONCE AT 3200 MILES ON THE ODOMETER.
Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“RIDING MOTORCYCLE ON INTERSTATE WHEN I EXPERIENCED LOSS OF POWER, BARELY ABLE TO GET OUT OF TRAFFIC. COULD GO NO MORE THAN 15 MILES AT A TIME FOR 130 MILES HOME. DEALER FINALLY DETERMINED FUEL TANK LINING COMING OFF CAUSING DEBRIS IN FUEL PUMP ASSEMBLY. HONDA STATES FUEL PUMP IS ON BACK ORDER UNT”

— NHTSA complaint filing

Estimated Insurance Cost for 2018 Honda CRF1000D

Estimate only, not a quote. Modeled from NAIC + HLDI averages for a hypothetical 35-year-old driver with clean record + full coverage. Your actual quote depends heavily on your age, driving history, credit, ZIP code, and insurer.
Full coverage / year
$1,607
Full coverage / month
$134
Liability only / year
$611
vs US avg
-4%
How this estimate is calculated
US base full-coverage premium$1674
× state (US)1.00x
× vehicle class (sedan-midsize)0.96x
× theft risk1.00x
× safety rating1.00x
× vehicle age1.00x
= Full coverage estimate$1607

Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.

Maintenance & Warranty

Recommended Honda CRF1000D Service Intervals

Oil change
8K mi / 12 mo
Tire rotation
8K mi
Brake fluid
36 months
Transmission fluid
30K mi
Engine coolant
60K mi
Spark plugs
100K mi
Cabin air filter
15K mi
Engine air filter
30K mi
Differential (AWD/4WD)
30K mi

Maintenance Minder shows exact intervals based on your driving. CVT-equipped models (Civic, HR-V, Accord Hybrid) need CVT fluid service, not conventional ATF.

"Severe service" conditions (heavy towing, extreme temps, city stop-and-go) typically halve these intervals. Always consult your vehicle's owner's manual for the authoritative schedule.

Honda New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage

Bumper-to-bumper (basic)
3 yr / 36K mi
Powertrain
5 yr / 60K mi
Hybrid/EV battery
8 yr / 100K mi
Corrosion (rust perforation)
5 yr / unlimited mi
Roadside assistance
3 yr / 36K mi

These are the terms for a new Honda. If you're buying a used 2018 CRF1000D, remaining coverage is usually pro-rated from the vehicle's original in-service date. Not all coverage transfers between owners — check with a Honda dealer for VIN-specific remaining warranty.

Estimated Repair Costs

FUEL SYSTEM(~50K mi)
$500
TRANSMISSION(~50K mi)
$500
ENGINE(~50K mi)
$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 6 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

  • ☐
    FUEL SYSTEM: RIDING MOTORCYCLE ON INTERSTATE WHEN I EXPERIENCED LOSS OF POWER, BARELY ABLE TO GET OUT OF TRAFFIC. COULD GO NO MORE THAN 15 MILES AT A TIME FOR 130 MILES HOME. DEALER FINALLY DETERMINED FUEL TANK LINING COMING OFF CAUSING DEBRIS IN FUEL PUMP ASSEMBLY. HONDA STATES FUEL PUMP IS ON BACK ORDER UNT

    Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500

  • ☐
    TRANSMISSION: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 HONDA CRF1000D2 (AFRICA TWIN ADVENTURE SPORTS). THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN DRIVING AT 70 MPH, THE MOTORCYCLE GEAR ABRUPTLY CHANGED FROM SIXTH GEAR AND ENTERED INTO THIRD GEAR INDEPENDENTLY. IN ADDITION, THE REAR TIRE STOPPED WORKING AND THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO AVOID A C

    Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500

  • ☐
    ENGINE: ON 2 SEPARATE OCCASIONS WHILE UNDER POWER AND MOVING ON A CITY STREET THE MOTORCYCLE WAS STARVED FOR FUEL AND QUIT RUNNING. ONCE AT 1700 MILES AND ONCE AT 3200 MILES ON THE ODOMETER.

    Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500

  • ☐
    General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)

Honda CRF1000D — Year Comparison

How does 2018 compare to other years? Fewer complaints = more reliable.

2018
6Below Average
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NHTSA Safety Rating

No NHTSA safety rating available

At a Glance

Complaints
6
Recalls
0
Fire reports
0
Crash reports
0
Injury reports
1
Segment avg
6

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