2013 Honda CB500F, Honda CB500FA and others recall: engine and engine cooling

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) reported this safety recall on February 14, 2014. It covers about 6,954 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 6,954
reported: Feb 14, 2014
owners notified: Mar 11, 2014

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

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 14V056000

Is there a recall on the 2013 Honda CB500F, Honda CB500FA and others engine and engine cooling?

Yes. Recall 14V056000, reported on February 14, 2014, covers about 6,954 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 14V056000?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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