2023-2025 Honda CMX300, Honda CMX500 and others recall: critical fasteners

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) reported this safety recall on March 12, 2026. It covers about 19,406 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 19,406
reported: Mar 12, 2026
owners notified: May 1, 2026

Steering: critical fasteners

What is wrong: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2025 CMX300, CMX500, and CL500 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 notification letters were mailed June 15, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1‑866‑784‑1870. Honda's number for this recall is KUO. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on beginning March 21, 2026.

Recall number 26V146000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 26V146000

Is there a recall on the 2023-2025 Honda CMX300, Honda CMX500 and others critical fasteners?

Yes. Recall 26V146000, reported on March 12, 2026, covers about 19,406 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 26V146000?

Dealers will replace the lock screw and apply thread lock, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 15, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1‑866‑784‑1870. Honda's number for this recall is KUO. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on beginning March 21, 2026.

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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