Campaigns on record across the Honda Cbr500r (2013–2021), from Transport Canada and, tagged NHTSA, the United States. Pick a model year for the Canadian listing, and check your VIN with Honda to confirm which apply.
Issue: On certain motorcycles, a problem with the antilock brake system (ABS) modulator could cause reduced brake pressure. If this happens, the motorcycle may have reduced brake performance. Safety Risk: Reduced brake performance can cause extended stopping distances and increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: Honda will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your motorcycle to a Honda Power Sports dealer to inspect the ABS modulator. It will be replaced, if necessary.
2021547 · 542 units in campaign · Transport Canada
Applies only if the manufacturer confirms your VIN · repair by an authorised dealer · All 2020 honda cbr500r recalls
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 CB500X and CBR500R ABS motorcycles. Excessive grease in the ABS modulator may collect debris, which can get stuck in the check valve and cause a brake fluid leak.
A brake fluid leak can reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.
Dealers will inspect the lot number on the ABS modulator, and replace the modulator as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 12, 2021. Owners may contact Honda Powersports customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is KM6.
21V690000 · 262 units in campaign · NHTSA
Applies only if the manufacturer confirms your VIN · repair by an authorised dealer · All 2020 honda cbr500r recalls
Issue: On certain motorcycles, the rear reflex reflector lens could have a defect that could reduce the amount of light that is reflected. As a result, the reflector may not meet the requirements of Canadian regulations. Safety Risk: A reflector that is difficult to see may make the motorcycle less visible to others. This could increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: Honda will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your motorcycle to a dealer to inspect, and if necessary, replace the rear reflex reflector.
2021316 · 4,768 units in campaign · Transport Canada
Applies only if the manufacturer confirms your VIN · repair by an authorised dealer · All 2021 honda cbr500r recalls
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."
A dim rear reflector may reduce the visibility of the motorcycle to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
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.
21V382000 · 28,528 units in campaign · NHTSA
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On certain motorcycles, the starter relay switch may have had sealant incorrectly applied during assembly. This could result in increased resistance across the main fuse, potentially interrupting battery voltage to the electrical system. An interruption of battery voltage to the electrical system could cause the engine to either not start or stall while driving. Increased resistance at the main fuse could also cause a fire, potentially resulting in injury and/or property damage. Correction: Dealers will inspect the starter relay switch, and replace if necessary. Note: This is an expansion of recall 2015-300.
2015601 · 1,328 units in campaign · Transport Canada
Applies only if the manufacturer confirms your VIN · repair by an authorised dealer · All 2014 honda cbr500r recalls
On certain motorcycles, the fuel level sensor float arm holder could deform and allow the arm to separate from the fuel level sensor body. If the float arm separates from the sensor body, the fuel meter would provide inaccurate information. In some cases the separated metal float arm could contact both the positive and negative terminals at the base of the fuel pump, causing a short that results in a blown (fuel injection, ignition or main) fuse. Either symptom could result in an engine stall, which could increase the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property. Correction: Dealers will replace the fuel level sensor assembly.
2015338 · 3,376 units in campaign · Transport Canada
Applies only if the manufacturer confirms your VIN · repair by an authorised dealer · All 2015 honda cbr500r recalls
On certain motorcycles, the starter relay switch may have had sealant incorrectly applied during assembly. This could result in increased resistance across the main fuse, potentially interrupting battery voltage to the electrical system. An interruption of battery voltage to the electrical system could cause the engine to either not start or stall while driving. Increased resistance at the main fuse could also cause a fire, potentially resulting in injury and/or property damage. Correction: Dealers will inspect the starter relay switch, and replace if necessary.
2015300 · 8,019 units in campaign · Transport Canada
Applies only if the manufacturer confirms your VIN · repair by an authorised dealer · All 2015 honda cbr500r recalls
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.
Without a bolt, the engine will have reduced power which may result in a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
14V056000 · 6,954 units in campaign · NHTSA
Applies only if the manufacturer confirms your VIN · repair by an authorised dealer · All 2013 honda cbr500r recalls
On certain motorcycles, the rocker arm shaft retaining bolt could loosen, causing an oil leak. If the bolt was to separate completely, the engine could stall or lose power. This could increase the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property. Correction: Dealers will replace the rocker arm shaft retaining bolt.
2014044 · 1,760 units in campaign · Transport Canada
Applies only if the manufacturer confirms your VIN · repair by an authorised dealer · All 2013 honda cbr500r recalls
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