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Honda CB300F problems & recalls

NHTSA records for 2015–2016: 2 recall campaigns and 9 owner complaints. Pick a model year.

20152016

By year

YearRecallsComplaints
201526
201613

What owners complain about (all years)

Engine6
Electrical System2
Exterior Lighting1

Recent recalls

Engine And Engine Cooling #16V528000 · 2016 · 11,424 units

Problem: Honda (american honda motor co.) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 cbr300ra, cbr300r and cb300f motorcycles. the affected motorcycles may have an improperly machined crankshaft which may result in the failure of the connecting rod bearing retainer.

Risk: If the connecting rod bearing retainer fails, the engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the crankshaft assembly, free of charge. the recall began on august 26, 2016. owners may contact honda customer service at 1-866-784-1870. honda's number for this recall is kb9.

Electrical System #15V439000 · 2015 · 47,168 units

Problem: Honda (american honda motor co.) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 st1300pa, 2014-2015 cb500, cbr500, crf250l, cbr650, ctx700, nss300, vt750, vt1300, 2015 cb300f, cbr300, cbr600, and 2014-2016 nc700 motorcycles. in the affected motorcycles, sealant may have been incorrectly applied to the starter relay switch, and as a result, the electrical system may have a loss of power.

Risk: A loss of electrical power may cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace any affected starter relay switch, free of charge. the recall began on august 31, 2015. owners may contact honda customer service at 1-866-784-1870. honda's number for this recall is js9 and jt0.

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