Head-to-head reliability
Honda Cbr929rr vs FORD F 150
How the Honda Cbr929rr and FORD F 150 compare on NHTSA complaints, recalls and crash reports — and which is the lower-risk used buy.
Based on NHTSA owner-complaint & recall records
Honda Cbr929rr vs FORD F 150: The Honda averaged 4.5 complaints/year with 3 recalls and 1 crash-related report; the Ford averaged 1,131.1 complaints/year with 145 recalls and 328 crash-related reports. The Ford has far more reported problems, but the Honda's few reports include severe steering failures. Source: NHTSA owner complaints.
The picture
Is the Honda Cbr929rr or FORD F 150 more reliable?
A plain-English read on what the NHTSA record says about living with each vehicle.
Honda Cbr929rr
The Honda CBR929RR is a sport motorcycle with a small but serious complaint pattern: only 9 complaints over 2 years, yet 3 recalls and 1 crash with injuries. Owners report handlebar bolts separating at speed and violent tank slaps, plus recall parts on national backorder. Living with it means checking safety-critical fasteners and recall completion before every ride.
FORD F 150
The Ford F-150 is a full-size pickup with a massive complaint volume: 11,311 over 10 years, 145 recalls, and 328 crash-related reports. Owners repeatedly describe hard or delayed shifts, sudden power loss, and electrical glitches like camera and pre-collision warnings. Living with it means budgeting for transmission and electrical diagnostics, and verifying recall repairs.
The numbers
Side-by-side NHTSA record
Lower is better in every category. The highlighted cell is the stronger result.
| Category | Honda Cbr929rr | FORD F 150 |
|---|---|---|
| Total complaintsAll model years combined | 9 Better | 11,311 |
| Safety recallsFederal recall campaigns | 3 Better | 145 |
| Crash reportsCrash-related complaints | 1 Better | 328 |
| Complaints per yearAveraged across model years | 4.5 Better | 1131.1 |
| Reported injuriesTied to owner complaints | 1 Better | 287 |
| Reported deathsTied to owner complaints | 0 Better | 1 |
Source: NHTSA owner complaints & recall records.
What actually goes wrong
The problems owners report
The most-complained-about systems on each vehicle — what fails, and what owners say in their own words.
Honda Cbr929rr
- 01POWER TRAIN4
- 02STEERING3
- 03ELECTRICAL SYSTEM1
- 04FUEL SYSTEM1
- 05GASOLINE1
Owners report clutch-related recall parts on national backorder, leaving motorcycles at dealers for over a month. This matters because an unrepaired clutch recall can mean the bike is unusable or unsafe to ride.
Owners describe handlebar bolts separating at 60 mph, causing loss of control and a crash with minor injuries, and violent tank slap at 55 mph. These are sudden, high-speed failures that directly threaten rider control.
A starter switch wiring connection disconnects, causing headlights to fail; a dealer solder fix was only temporary. Losing headlights at night is an immediate visibility and safety problem.
Owners report the high-pressure fuel hose recall cannot be performed promptly because parts are unavailable. An unrepaired fuel hose can leak, creating a fire risk and leaving the bike off the road.
“RECALL 00V403000/ MANUFACTURER'S RECALL 00V403000. CONSUMER TOOK MOTORCYCLE IN FOR RECALL. DEALER HAS HAD MOTORCYCLE AT DEALERSHIP FOR MONTH AND HALF. DEALER HAD A BACKORDER ON PARTS, AND DIDN'T KNOW WHEN PART WILL BE IN.*AK”
“CONSUMER REEIVED RECALL LETTER 00 V 403 000 FOR A LEVER ON MOTORCYCLE. DEALER STATED IT WAS ON NATIONAL BACK ORDER. *AK”
FORD F 150
- 01POWER TRAIN3,553
- 02ELECTRICAL SYSTEM2,071
- 03UNKNOWN OR OTHER1,401
- 04EXTERIOR LIGHTING1,164
- 05ENGINE847
Owners report hard, delayed, or jerky shifts from the 10R80 automatic, and some experienced sudden power loss and vehicle shut-off while driving. These symptoms can leave a driver stranded or cause a crash in traffic.
Owners report loud bangs from the transmission with popping from the rear suspension, plus recurring front camera and pre-collision assist warnings. Electrical faults can disable driver-assist features and point to deeper transmission issues.
Headlight-related complaints are among the top categories, and there is a recall for headlights. Lighting failures reduce visibility and can make the truck non-compliant with safety standards.
Engine complaints are common, and there are multiple engine recalls. Engine problems can cause stalls, power loss, or expensive repairs, affecting both safety and ownership cost.
“I started noticing hard and delayed shifts from 7th into 8th gear. My RPM's were not increasing when this happened, and then on a very crowded major road I lost all power, vehicle shut off and drifted, then started up and jerked again very hard. This failure…”
“I am reporting a safety-related transmission problem I experienced with my 2020 Ford F-150 equipped with the 10R80 automatic transmission. While driving normally, the transmission shifts hard (ie: jerks, clunks) between 4-5 and 5-6 gears, and has on occasion…”
Official recalls
Safety recalls on record
Federal recall campaigns — the defect, the risk, and the fix. Confirm any open recall was completed before you buy.
Honda Cbr929rr — 3 recalls
The defect: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MOTORCYCLES. WHEN THE CLUTCH LEVER IS RELEASED TO THE FRICTION POINT, BUT THE LEVER IS NOT COMPLETELY RELEASED TO FULLY ENGAGE THE CLUTCH, STRONG CLUTCH DISK VIBRATION MAY OCCUR AT THE HIGHER ENGINE RPMS USED FOR RAPID OR RACE-TYPE STARTS. THIS STRESS CAN CAUSE THE CLUTCH TO FA…
The risk: THIS FAILURE RESULTS IN SEVERAL LARGE SECTIONS CRACKING AND EVENTUALLY SEPARATING FROM THE CLUTCH OUTER. IF THIS OCCURS, REAR LOCK-UP IS POSSIBLE IF A BROKEN PIECE IS CAUGHT IN THE PRIMARY DRIVE GEAR. ALSO, THE ENGINE COULD LOSE PRIMARY IG…
The fix: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A CLUTCH KIT THAT INCLUDES A REDESIGNED OUTER CLUTCH BASKET, JUDDER SPRING, CLUTCH LIFTER LEVER, AND OTHER PARTS INTENDED TO REDUCE STRESS ON THE CLUTCH.
The defect: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MOTORCYCLES. AN IMPROPER SERVICE PROCEDURE THAT MAY BE USED DURING ROUTINE MAINTENANCE CAN DAMAGE A PRESSURIZED FUEL HOSE. LIFTING THE FRONT OF THE FUEL TANK BEYOND A CERTAIN POINT CAN STRESS AND DAMAGE THE HOSE. THE INTERNALLY DAMAGED HOSE COULD EVENTUALLY CRACK, RESULTING IN…
The risk: FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
The fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL HOSE WITH A LONGER FUEL HOSE.
The defect: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MOTORCYCLES. WHEN THE CLUTCH LEVER IS RELEASED TO THE FRICTION POINT, BUT THE LEVER IS NOT COMPLETELY RELEASED TO FULLY ENGAGE THE CLUTCH, STRONG CLUTCH DISK VIBRATION MAY OCCUR AT THE HIGHER ENGINE RPMS USED FOR RAPID OR RACE-TYPE STARTS. THIS STRESS CAN CAUSE THE CLUTCH TO FA…
The risk: THIS FAILURE RESULTS IN SEVERAL LARGE SECTIONS CRACKING AND EVENTUALLY SEPARATING FROM THE CLUTCH OUTER. IF THIS OCCURS, REAR LOCK-UP IS POSSIBLE IF A BROKEN PIECE IS CAUGHT IN THE PRIMARY DRIVE GEAR. ALSO, THE ENGINE COULD LOSE PRIMARY IG…
The fix: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A CLUTCH KIT THAT INCLUDES A REDESIGNED OUTER CLUTCH BASKET, JUDDER SPRING, CLUTCH LIFTER LEVER, AND OTHER PARTS INTENDED TO REDUCE STRESS ON THE CLUTCH.
FORD F 150 — 145 recalls
The defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2020 F-150 trucks equipped with high series LED headlamps with Autolamp (On/Off) functionality. The Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) may remain activated instead of dimming to parking lamps when the Master Lighting Switch (MLS) is manually rotated from…
The risk: DRL that cannot dim may reduce the visibility of other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the body control module, free of charge. The recall began March 10, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20C03.
The defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019-2020 F-150 vehicles. The fastener securing the Power Distribution Box (PDB) 12V cable and Battery Monitoring System (BMS) eyelets to the positive battery terminal may loosen and affect the vehicle's systems such as instrument panel displays and br…
The risk: Inoperative vehicle systems or an engine stall can increase the risk of a crash. Reduced braking and steering efforts increases the risk of a crash. This condition could also create a resistive short, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the positive battery cable/BMS/PDB joint for excess sealant adhesive and remove any excessive adhesive, reassemble the joint, and retorque the fastener, as necessary, free of charge. The re…
The defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Ford F-150 and 2017-2019 Ford F-250 Super Duty, F-350 Super Duty, F-450 Super Duty, and F-550 Super Duty pick-up trucks equipped with an engine block heater. Water and contaminants may get into the block heater cable's splice connector causin…
The risk: When the heater is plugged in, prolonged corrosion could cause a resistive short, increasing the risk of overheated or melted wiring which can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will disable the block heater cable, free of charge. Once parts are available, Dealers will replace the engine block heater cable, free of charge. The recall began June 3, 2019. Owners may contact Ford…
The defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2020 F-150 and 2019-2020 F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty pickup trucks, and 2018-2019 Ford Explorer, 2019-2020 Expedition, and 2020 Escape vehicles equipped with driver and/or passenger's manual front seat back recliner mechanisms. Also…
The risk: A seat back with an improperly assembled recliner mechanism may have reduced strength and may not adequately restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and Ford and Lincoln dealers will inspect the seat structure and replace them, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 21, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's num…
Buyer analysis
Honda Cbr929rr or FORD F 150: which should you buy?
The Honda CBR929RR has far fewer complaints per year (4.5) than the Ford F-150 (1,131.1), but its small sample includes a crash with injuries and steering failures. In practice, the Ford's much higher volume means transmission and electrical problems are widely reported, while the Honda's fewer reports still flag severe, sudden safety risks.
Key differences
- Complaint volume: Honda CBR929RR averages 4.5 complaints/year; Ford F-150 averages 1,131.1/year, a massive difference in reported problem frequency.
- Crash and injury reports: Honda has 1 crash-related complaint and 1 injury; Ford has 328 crash-related complaints and 287 injuries, though these are raw counts over different time spans.
- Failure types: Honda owners report handlebar bolts separating and tank slap; Ford owners report hard transmission shifts, sudden power loss, and camera/pre-collision warnings.
- Recall burden: Honda has 3 recalls with parts backorders; Ford has 145 recalls across lighting, battery cables, engine, and seats, meaning more potential repair visits.
- Inspect the handlebar bolts and steering neck for tightness, wear, or signs of separation, because owners reported bolts separating at speed and causing a crash.
- Ask for proof that the clutch and high-pressure fuel hose recalls were completed, since owners reported parts on national backorder and long dealer waits.
- Test drive at various speeds and watch for hard, delayed, or jerky shifts between gears, especially 4-5, 5-6, and 7-8, as owners reported these transmission symptoms.
- Check for recurring dashboard warnings like 'Front Camera Malfunction' or 'Pre Collision Assist Not Available,' which owners reported appearing every time the truck starts.
Before you buy
- Run the VIN on NHTSA.gov to confirm all recalls are completed, especially the Honda clutch/fuel hose and Ford lighting/engine recalls.
- For the Honda, physically inspect and torque-check the handlebar-to-frame bolts, and test ride at highway speed for any wobble.
- For the Ford, scan for stored transmission and electrical codes, and test drive long enough to feel shifts through all gears.
- Ask for service records showing any transmission repairs, software updates, or electrical fixes on the Ford.
- Have a mechanic familiar with the specific model inspect the vehicle before purchase, focusing on the reported failure areas.
Check the actual car
Comparing models is smart. Checking the VIN is essential.
Brand averages tell you the trend. A VIN check tells you what's wrong with the specific Honda Cbr929rr or FORD F 150 in front of you — accident history, open recalls and title records.
Go deeper
Full reliability reports
- Comparison
- Honda Cbr929rr vs FORD F 150
- Honda Cbr929rr total complaints
- 9
- FORD F 150 total complaints
- 11,311
- Honda Cbr929rr total recalls
- 3
- FORD F 150 total recalls
- 145
- Honda Cbr929rr avg complaints/year
- 4.5
- FORD F 150 avg complaints/year
- 1131.1
- More reliable overall
- Honda Cbr929rr
- Honda Cbr929rr top complaint area
- POWER TRAIN
- FORD F 150 top complaint area
- POWER TRAIN