CarRecallWatch- Component
- STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR; STEERING:CRITICAL FASTENERS
- Problem
- Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017-2023, 2025 CMX500, 2017-2023, 2025-2026 CMX300, and 2025 Honda SCL500 motorcycles. The handlebar lock screw may loosen and detach.
- Risk
- A detached screw may lodge between the frame and stem, interfering with steering and increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the lock screw and apply thread lock, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 29, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is KU8. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 26V146. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning August 4, 2026.
What this recall means for you
The handlebar lock screw on these motorcycles may loosen and detach. A detached screw can lodge between the frame and the steering stem, interfering with steering and raising the risk of a crash and injury.
Authorized Honda dealers will replace the handlebar lock screw and apply thread lock at no cost to you. Owner letters were mailed September 29, 2026. If you have questions, contact Honda customer service at 1-866-784-1870 and reference recall KU8. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall 26V146.
Check your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) for open recalls on NHTSA.gov, where involved VINs will be searchable beginning August 4, 2026. Schedule the free repair with a dealer as soon as possible.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Honda CMX300 | 201720182019202020212022202320252026 |
|---|---|
| Honda CMX500 | 2017201820202021202220232025 |