Honda CB500F problems & recalls

Problem: 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."

Risk: A dim rear reflector may reduce the visibility of the motorcycle to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Fix: 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.

Problem: 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.

Risk: Without a bolt, the engine will have reduced power which may result in a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: 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.