NHTSA Vehicles recall ·
2017–2026 Honda CMX300 and 1 more recall: Handlebar Lock Screw May Detach and Interfere with Steering
- Recall number
- 26V500000
- Date
- Manufacturer
- Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Category
- Vehicles › Steering
- Recall type
- Vehicle
- Units affected
- 43913
- Hazard tags
- Crash risk Injury risk
Read the official NHTSA notice ↗
Product
Steering
Affected vehicles
Not every vehicle of these models is affected. Enter your 17-character VIN on NHTSA.gov to check your vehicle.
Why was it recalled?
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.
Consequence
A detached screw may lodge between the frame and stem, interfering with steering and increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
What should you do?
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.
Manufacturer campaign number
KU8
Source: NHTSA (vehicles), recall 26V500000. Official notice. Republished from public data; RecallFlag is not affiliated with the NHTSA.