Honda CBR500R recalls
There are 3 safety recalls on record for the Honda CBR500R, covering 35,744 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.
Honda CBR500R recalls by model year
All recalls
Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
- What is wrong
- Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 CB500X and CBR500R ABS motorcycles. Excessive grease in the ABS modulator may collect debris, which can get stuck in the check valve and cause a brake fluid leak.
- Risk
- A brake fluid leak can reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the lot number on the ABS modulator, and replace the modulator as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 12, 2021. Owners may contact Honda Powersports customer service at 1‑866‑784‑1870. Honda's number for this recall is KM6.
Recall number 21V690000 · Recall details
Exterior lighting
- What is wrong
- Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Super Cub C125, CB500X, CB650R, CBR300R, CBR500R, CBR650R, Rebel 300, Rebel 500, Monkey, 2020 CRF250L, GROM, 2021 CRF300L, and CB500F motorcycles. The rear reflector lens may not reflect brightly enough. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- Risk
- A dim rear reflector may reduce the visibility of the motorcycle to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the rear reflector, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 7, 2021. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1‑866‑784‑1870. Honda's number for this recall is KM3.
Recall number 21V382000 · Recall details
Engine and engine cooling
- What is wrong
- Honda is recalling certain model year 2013 CB500 (FA, F, XA, X) and CBR500 (RA, R) motorcycles. The rocker arm shaft retaining bolts may have been manufactured incorrectly resulting in the bolts loosening during engine operation. A loose bolt will initially result in a slow leak of engine oil, but if not addressed, the bolt can come out of the cylinder head entirely.
- Risk
- Without a bolt, the engine will have reduced power which may result in a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rocker arm shaft retaining bolts, free of charge. The recall began on March 11, 2014. Owners may contact Honda Customer Service at 1‑866‑784‑1870.
Recall number 14V056000 · Recall details
Questions about the Honda CBR500R recalls
How do I check if my Honda CBR500R has an open recall?
Enter your VIN in the VIN decoder on this page to see the recalls for your exact model and year, then confirm with any dealer of the brand or the manufacturer, who can tell you whether the repair was already done on your car.
Do I have to pay for a recall repair?
No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.
How many recalls does the Honda CBR500R have?
3, covering service brakes, hydraulic, exterior lighting and engine and engine cooling.
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