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Honda CB1000SP problems & recalls

NHTSA records for 2025–2025: 3 recall campaigns and 3 owner complaints. Pick a model year.

2025

By year

YearRecallsComplaints
202533

What owners complain about (all years)

Suspension1
Power Train1
Engine1

Recent recalls

Fuel System, Gasoline #26V194000 · 2026 · 429 units

Problem: Honda (american honda motor co.) is recalling certain 2025 cb1000sp motorcycles. the fuel feed hose may disconnect from the fuel tank, causing a fuel leak.

Risk: A fuel leak near the rear tire can increase the risk of a crash or injury. in addition, a fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

Fix: Dealers will secure the angle sensor coupler wiring harness and replace the fuel hose, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed may 20, 2026. owners may contact honda's customer service at 1-866-784-1870. honda's number for this recall is ku5. vehicle identification numbers (vins) involved in this recall will be searchable on nhtsa.gov beginning april 4, 2026.

Engine And Engine Cooling #25V892000 · 2025 · 474 units

Problem: Honda (american honda motor co.) is recalling certain 2025 cb1000sp motorcycles. the pistons and piston rings may have been improperly manufactured, which can lead to rod bearing failure, possibly resulting in rear wheel lock up or oil leaking onto the rear tire.

Risk: Rear wheel lockup increases the risk of a crash or injury. engine oil that leaks onto hot exhaust components increases the risk of a fire.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and repair the engine assembly as necessary, free of charge. interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed february 9, 2026. additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated december 30, 2026. owners may contact honda's customer service at 1-866-784-1870. honda's number for this recall is kt6. vehicle identification numbers (vins) inv

Power Train #25V723000 · 2025 · 340 units

Problem: Honda (american honda motor co.) is recalling certain 2025 cb1000sp hornet sp motorcycles. the pivot bolt on the gearshift pedal may loosen and detach, resulting in the inability to shift gears. as such, these motorcycles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 123, "motorcycle controls and displays."

Risk: The inability to shift gears while riding increases the risk of a crash or injury.

Fix: Dealers will replace the pivot bolt, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed december 1, 2025. owners may contact honda's customer service at 1-866-784-1870. honda's number for this recall is kt2. vehicle identification numbers (vins) involved in this recall will be searchable on nhtsa.gov beginning october 28, 2025.

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