Honda CB650R problems & recalls
NHTSA records for 2020–2024: 2 recall campaigns and 0 owner complaints. Pick a model year.
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Power Train #25V107000 · 2025 · 507 units
Problem: Honda (american honda motor co.) is recalling certain 2024 cb650r and cbr650r motorcycles. the fasteners of the gear shift arm may loosen and detach, resulting in the inability to shift gears.
Risk: The inability to shift gears while riding increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the gear shift arm, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed april 31, 2025. owners may contact honda's customer service at 866-784-1870. honda's number for this recall is kr7.
Exterior Lighting #21V382000 · 2021 · 28,528 units
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.
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