Head-to-head reliability
Honda Cbr954rr vs FORD F 150
How the Honda Cbr954rr 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 Cbr954rr vs FORD F 150: the CBR954RR shows 5 complaints over 2 years and 0 recalls, while the F-150 shows 11,621 complaints over 10 years and 151 recalls. The F-150 also records 330 crash-related reports and 297 injuries. Source: NHTSA owner complaints.
The picture
Is the Honda Cbr954rr or FORD F 150 more reliable?
A plain-English read on what the NHTSA record says about living with each vehicle.
Honda Cbr954rr
The Honda CBR954RR is a sport motorcycle with a very small complaint footprint: just 5 complaints over 2 years and no recalls on record. The pattern is scattered across brakes, hydraulics, visibility, structure, and an unknown category, with one owner describing a stability problem that is 'well known in the motorcycle community.' For a buyer, this suggests low reported volume but also that some handling or braking quirks may be inherent to the model rather than one-off defects.
FORD F 150
The Ford F-150 is a full-size pickup with a massive complaint history: 11,621 complaints over 10 years, 151 recalls, and 330 crash-related reports. The dominant theme is power train trouble, especially transmission limp mode and lead frame failures, with electrical system complaints often describing the same lead frame issue. Owners also report rear-window defroster shorts that can shatter the glass, so a used F-150 needs a careful transmission and electrical inspection.
The numbers
Side-by-side NHTSA record
Lower is better in every category. The highlighted cell is the stronger result.
| Category | Honda Cbr954rr | FORD F 150 |
|---|---|---|
| Total complaintsAll model years combined | 5 Better | 11,621 |
| Safety recallsFederal recall campaigns | 0 Better | 151 |
| Crash reportsCrash-related complaints | 0 Better | 330 |
| Complaints per yearAveraged across model years | 2.5 Better | 1162.1 |
| Reported injuriesTied to owner complaints | 0 Better | 297 |
| 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 Cbr954rr
- 01SERVICE BRAKES1
- 02HYDRAULIC1
- 03VISIBILITY1
- 04UNKNOWN OR OTHER1
- 05STRUCTURE1
One owner complaint falls under service brakes, though the sample text does not give a specific symptom. For a buyer, this means brake feel and maintenance history should be checked closely on any used CBR954RR.
A hydraulic-system complaint is on record, which on a motorcycle can relate to brake or clutch fluid components. Buyers should inspect for leaks, spongy lever feel, and fluid condition before purchase.
One visibility complaint appears in the data, though the sample text does not describe the exact part. This could involve mirrors, lighting, or windshield-related items, so check all visibility equipment works properly.
The sample complaint describes a stability problem that is 'well known in the motorcycle community,' filed under unknown or other. That points to handling or chassis behavior rather than a single broken part, so a test ride and steering/suspension inspection matter.
FORD F 150
- 01POWER TRAIN3,648
- 02ELECTRICAL SYSTEM2,100
- 03UNKNOWN OR OTHER1,431
- 04EXTERIOR LIGHTING1,224
- 05ENGINE880
Owners repeatedly report transmission limp mode, getting stuck in 5th gear, and lead frame failures on the 6-speed automatic. One owner said the lead frame issue 'nearly ended my life,' and another described daily limp-mode events, making this the top pre-purchase check.
Electrical complaints often mirror the power train lead frame problem, and one owner reported a rear-window defroster short that caused the back glass to shatter outward. Buyers should test the defroster, check for transmission-related software updates, and scan for stored codes.
Exterior lighting is a frequent complaint category on the F-150, though the sample text does not detail specific bulb or housing failures. Check all lights, including brake and reverse lamps, for proper operation.
Engine complaints are among the top categories, and the recall list includes engine subjects. The sample text does not give a specific engine symptom, so ask for service records and listen for unusual noises on a cold start.
“This lead frame issue is never ending. Well over a decade without a proper remedy. I’m very familiar with it. but this one nearly ended my life. After the near collision I called my mechanic and bought a new ford lead frame from a dealership. It’s doing fine…”
“My 2017 Ford F-150 V8 with the 6-speed automatic transmission has been experiencing a serious and recurring transmission malfunction. The truck has consistently, almost on a daily basis, gone into limp mode and become stuck in 5th gear. It also frequently fai…”
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 Cbr954rr
No recalls on record.
FORD F 150 — 151 recalls
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 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 and previously remedied under recall 18V894. During the previous repair, the block he…
The risk: A damaged cable could cause a resistive short, increasing the risk of overheated or melted wiring, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will disable the engine block heater from being used. When replacement cables become available, a second notice will be mailed and dealers will replace the engine block heater cord, free of charge. The…
The defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford F-150 Regular Cab and SuperCrew Cab vehicles. If a front seat belt pretensioner deploys as the result of a crash, the sparks may ignite materials such as carpeting or insulation within the B-pillar area.
The risk: A vehicle fire could result if materials ignite inside the vehicle.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will remove the B-pillar insulation material and wiring harness tape, and install heat resistant tape, free of charge. The recall began September 28, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-…
The defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Ford F-150, and 2017 F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty trucks. The doors on these vehicles may have a bent or kinked actuation cable or the door latches may freeze after water gets into the latch. Either condition can result in the do…
The risk: A door that opens while driving can increase the risk of injury.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the door latch actuation cables and repair if necessary, and install water shields over the door latches, free of charge. The recall began October 12, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer…
Buyer analysis
Honda Cbr954rr or FORD F 150: which should you buy?
The Honda CBR954RR has far fewer issues per year at about 2.5 complaints annually versus roughly 1,162 per year for the Ford F-150. In practice, the F-150's complaint volume and 151 recalls mean a used buyer faces many more potential trouble spots, especially around the transmission and electrical system, while the CBR954RR's small record still warrants a hands-on mechanical check.
Key differences
- The Ford F-150 has 11,621 complaints over 10 years and 151 recalls, while the Honda CBR954RR has 5 complaints over 2 years and no recalls.
- F-150 owners describe specific, recurring power train failures such as limp mode, stuck 5th gear, and lead frame problems; the CBR954RR sample complaint describes a general stability issue known in the community.
- The F-150 data includes 330 crash-related reports, 297 injuries, and 1 death, while the CBR954RR data shows zero crash-related reports, injuries, or deaths.
- F-150 electrical complaints include a rear-window defroster short that shattered the glass, a concrete symptom buyers can test; CBR954RR complaints are spread thinly across brakes, hydraulics, visibility, and structure.
- Test ride for stability and steering feel, since the only sample complaint describes a known stability problem in the motorcycle community.
- Inspect brake and hydraulic systems for leaks, spongy lever feel, and fluid condition, because those are the named complaint areas.
- Scan for transmission codes and ask whether the lead frame or output speed sensor has been replaced, given repeated limp-mode and stuck-gear complaints.
- Test the rear-window defroster and inspect the back glass, because an owner reported a defroster short that caused the window to shatter outward.
Before you buy
- For the CBR954RR, get a cold-start test ride and check steering-head bearings, suspension, brake fluid, and hydraulic lines.
- For the F-150, run a diagnostic scan for transmission codes such as P0722 and confirm any open recalls were performed.
- Ask both sellers for complete service records and verify the vehicle identification number against NHTSA recall lookups.
- On the F-150, test every electrical feature including the rear defroster, lights, and transmission behavior in stop-and-go driving.
- On the CBR954RR, inspect tires, mirrors, lighting, and chassis condition, since visibility and structure are among the complaint 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 Cbr954rr or FORD F 150 in front of you — accident history, open recalls and title records.
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Full reliability reports
- Comparison
- Honda Cbr954rr vs FORD F 150
- Honda Cbr954rr total complaints
- 5
- FORD F 150 total complaints
- 11,621
- Honda Cbr954rr total recalls
- 0
- FORD F 150 total recalls
- 151
- Honda Cbr954rr avg complaints/year
- 2.5
- FORD F 150 avg complaints/year
- 1162.1
- More reliable overall
- Honda Cbr954rr
- Honda Cbr954rr top complaint area
- SERVICE BRAKES
- FORD F 150 top complaint area
- POWER TRAIN