The worst 2018 Honda CMX500 problems
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Recalls 1
Steering: steering wheel/handle bar
- What is wrong
- Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017-2023, 2025 CMX500, 2017-2023, 2025-2026 CMX300, and 2025 Honda SCL500 motorcycles. The handlebar lock screw may loosen and detach.
- Risk
- A detached screw may lodge between the frame and stem, interfering with steering and increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the lock screw and apply thread lock, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 29, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1‑866‑784‑1870. Honda's number for this recall is KU8. This recall expands previous the federal safety agency recall number 26V146. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on beginning August 4, 2026.
Recall number 26V500000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2018 Honda CMX500 11
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Followup Notice
- Customer letter
- Dealer message
- Honda is launching an EMISSION RECALL of all 2017, and certain 2018 CMX300/A and CMX500/A motorcycles to...
- Dealer message
- Honda is launching an EMISSION RECALL of all 2017, and certain 2018 CMX300/A and CMX500/A motorcycles to...
- Honda is launching an EMISSION RECALL on model year 2017 through 2018 CMX300 (AC type ) and CMX500 (AC...
- Dealer message
- Service news article
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Questions about the 2018 Honda CMX500
Is the 2018 Honda CMX500 reliable?
Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2018 Honda CMX500.
What is the most common problem with the 2018 Honda CMX500?
There are not enough complaints to tell.
How many recalls does the 2018 Honda CMX500 have?
1 recall, covering steering.
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