CarRecallWatch- Component
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
- 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.
- Risk
- If the connecting rod bearing retainer fails, the engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- 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.
- Notes
- 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.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
Certain 2015-2016 Honda CB300F and CBR300R motorcycles may have a crankshaft that was improperly machined. This can cause the connecting rod bearing retainer to fail.
If the retainer fails, the engine may stall while you are riding, which increases the risk of a crash.
Honda will notify affected owners. Dealers will replace the crankshaft assembly free of charge. Owners can call Honda customer service at 1-866-784-1870, and you can check your VIN for open recalls to see whether your motorcycle is included.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Honda CB300F | 20152016 |
|---|---|
| Honda CBR300R | 20152016 |