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2020-2021 Honda CB500F, Honda CB500X and others recall: exterior lighting

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) reported this safety recall on May 24, 2021. It covers about 28,528 vehicles.

vehicles affected
28,528
reported
May 24, 2021
owners notified
Jul 7, 2021

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

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 21V382000

Is there a recall on the 2020-2021 Honda CB500F, Honda CB500X and others exterior lighting?

Yes. Recall 21V382000, reported on May 24, 2021, covers about 28,528 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 21V382000?

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.

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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