CarRecallWatch- Component
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL
- Problem
- Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2024-2026 CBR600RR motorcycles. The cylinder head may have been improperly manufactured, which can lead to rod bearing failure, possibly resulting in rear wheel lock up or oil leaking onto the rear tire.
- Risk
- Rear wheel lockup increases the risk of a crash or injury. Engine oil that leaks onto hot exhaust components increases the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the engine assembly, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed February 9, 2026. A second letter will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated October 31, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's numbers for this recall are KT5 and KU3. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning January 7, 2026.
What this recall means for you
The cylinder head on these motorcycles may have been improperly manufactured. This can lead to rod bearing failure, which may cause the rear wheel to lock up or engine oil to leak onto the rear tire.
A sudden rear wheel lockup increases the risk of a crash and injury. Oil leaking onto hot exhaust components also increases the risk of a fire.
Dealers will replace the engine assembly free of charge. Owners who have not yet received a notice can contact Honda customer service at 1-866-784-1870, and can check whether their VIN is involved in the recall on NHTSA.gov.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Honda CBR600RR | 202420252026 |
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