2014 Honda CB500 problems & recalls
NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2014 Honda CB500.
Recalls
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.
Fuel System, Gasoline #15V475000 · 2015 · 14,575 units
Problem: Honda (american honda motor co.) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 honda cbr500 motorcycles manufactured january 24, 2013, to may 14, 2015, and 2013-2015 cb500 motorcycles manufactured january 31, 2013, to may 16, 2015. the affected motorcycles may experience the fuel level sensor float arm becoming deformed due to exposure to environmental and roadway conditions. this deformation can cause the float arm to separate from the fuel level sensor body.
Risk: If the float arm separates from the sensor body, it can give the fuel meter inaccurate information, or in some cases the float may contact the positive and negative terminals causing an electrical short. either condition may cause the vehicle to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel level sensor assembly, free of charge. the recall began on september 15, 2015. owners may contact honda customer service at 1-310-783-2000. honda's number for this recall is jt1.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What owners complain about
Components named in 2 NHTSA owner complaints. Complaints are unverified.
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FAQ
Does the 2014 Honda CB500 have recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2014 Honda CB500. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if a fix is still open.
What are the most common 2014 Honda CB500 problems?
In 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-named area is structure.