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2003 Honda CBR600RR problems

The most common problem on the 2003 Honda CBR600RR is brakes. It has 1.5 times the complaints of a typical CBR600RR model year.

Typical year1.5x the typical complaints
Owner complaints
3
Recalls
1
Service bulletins
8
Worst area
Brakes

The worst 2003 Honda CBR600RR problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Brakes
    2
  • Transmission
    1

Problems by type

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  • Brakes
    2
  • Transmission
    1

Recalls 1

Service brakes, hydraulic: pedals and linkagesReported August 5, 2004 · 22,000 vehicles affected
What is wrong
On certain motorcycles, the rear brake linkage is susceptible to corrosion which can cause binding and rough brake operation. As corrosion increases, it can cause a sticking pedal or require high brake pedal effort.
Risk
Linkage could break resulting in a loss of rear brake function which could increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the spherical rod end and associated parts. This recall began on august 4, 2004. Owners should contact honda at 1‑800‑999‑1009.

Recall number 04V387000 · Recall details

See all 1 recalls for the 2003 Honda CBR600RR

Technical service bulletins for the 2003 Honda CBR600RR 8

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

What 2003 Honda CBR600RR owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Aug 14, 2017 · Transmission · 135,000 miles · IL

Does not shift into 2nd gear... It stalls out and RPM revels up. Driving along the road and all of sudden the eng. Revevs up and you are not in gear while driving....

Filed Aug 12, 2005 · Brakes · 182 miles · NC · crash · 1 injury

Dt: the contact owns a 2003 honda cbr600rr motorcycle, he received a recall on the rear brake linkage. Prior to the recall, the contact had an accident. He was slowing down to make a left hand curve, and the rear brakes locked, causing a collision. . The service dealer had the motorcycle for about 2 months. The consumer went to the service dealer three times, and they stated they could not find anything to replace on the rear brakes. The consumer has not contacted the manufacturer of the motorcycle.

Filed Aug 25, 2004 · Brakes · NC · crash

While applying the brakes they locked up. Consumer lost control of the motorcycle and crashed. Consumer had the motorcycle towed to the dealer.

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Questions about the 2003 Honda CBR600RR

Is the 2003 Honda CBR600RR reliable?

Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 2003 Honda CBR600RR, 1.5 times a typical CBR600RR model year.

What is the most common problem with the 2003 Honda CBR600RR?

Brakes, with 2 complaints. Next is transmission (1).

How many recalls does the 2003 Honda CBR600RR have?

1 recall, covering service brakes, hydraulic.

Was there a recall on the 2003 Honda CBR600RR brakes?

Yes, 1 recall: 04V387000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

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