2015-2016 Honda CB300F/CBR300R - Engine And Engine Cooling recall
NHTSA campaign: 16V528000
11,424 vehicles potentially affected
- Model years
- 2015-2016
- Makes
- Honda
- Manufacturer
- Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Component
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
- Potential units affected
- 11,424 (NHTSA estimate of the at-risk population)
- Reported
- 2016-07-12
Affected vehicles
- 2016 Honda CB300F
- 2016 Honda CBR300R
- 2015 Honda CB300F
- 2015 Honda CBR300R
What’s the 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.
What could happen?
If the connecting rod bearing retainer fails, the engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
What’s the 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.