2021 Honda Cbr500r recalls and problems

The 2021 Honda Cbr500r has 1 recall and 0 owner complaints on file with NHTSA.

How the 2021 compares

Too few model years with complaints to compare.

1recalls
0complaints
0crashes
0fires
0injuries
—median miles

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1 recall

Exterior Lighting

May 24, 2021 · NHTSA campaign 21V382000 · 28,528 vehicles

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.

Remedy & notes

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.

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Recall text as published by NHTSA and the manufacturer.

2021 vs. other Honda Cbr500r years

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Questions

Does the 2021 Honda Cbr500r have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign covering the 2021 Honda Cbr500r, the latest from May 24, 2021 (exterior lighting). A recall applies to specific vehicles: enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours is affected and still open.

What are the most common problems with the 2021 Honda Cbr500r?

Few complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2021 Honda Cbr500r.