CarRecallWatch- Component
- POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
- Problem
- Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019 CB300R, 2018 CBR300R, 2018 CRF250L, 2018 CRF250L Rally, and 2018-2019 CMX300 motorcycles. The circlip, on the transmission's main shaft, may detach allowing for gear misalignment.
- Risk
- A misaligned gear can shift the transmission from neutral into gear during engine start, potentially resulting in unexpected motorcycle movement or seize the transmission and rear wheel while the motorcycle is in motion. Both conditions increase the risk of crash or injury.
- Remedy
- Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission main shaft, free of charge. The recall began July 8, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is KK3.
- 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
A circlip on the transmission's main shaft may detach, allowing a gear to become misaligned. A misaligned gear can shift the transmission out of neutral into gear when the engine starts, causing the motorcycle to move unexpectedly. It can also seize the transmission and rear wheel while riding.
Both conditions raise the risk of a crash and injury. If you own an affected motorcycle, do not ride it until the repair is done, and contact an authorized Honda dealer to have the transmission main shaft replaced. The repair is free of charge. Honda will also notify owners, and you can reach Honda customer service at 1-866-784-1870 (recall KK3). You can also check your VIN for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Honda CB300R | 2019 |
|---|---|
| Honda CBR300R | 2018 |
| Honda CMX300 | 20182019 |
| Honda CRF250L | 2018 |