Recalls for 2020 Honda Cb500x

DEFECT #1 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Posted on: 2021-05-25
Description
Honda (american honda motor co.) is recalling certain 2020-2021 super cub c125, cb500x, cb650r, cbr300r, cbr500r, cbr650r, rebel 300, rebel 500, monkey, 2020 crf250l, grom, 2021 crf300l, and cb500f motorcycles.  The rear reflector lens may not reflect brightly enough.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.

Consequence
A dim rear reflector may reduce the visibility of the motorcycle to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the rear reflector, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed july 7, 2021.  Owners may contact honda customer service at 1-866-784-1870.  Honda's number for this recall is km3.  

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.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #2 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

Posted on: 2021-09-03
Description
Honda (american honda motor co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 cb500x and cbr500r abs motorcycles.  Excessive grease in the abs modulator may collect debris, which can get stuck in the check valve and cause a brake fluid leak.

Consequence
A brake fluid leak can reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the lot number on the abs modulator, and replace the modulator as necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed october 29, 2021.  Owners may contact honda powersports customer service at 1-866-784-1870.  Honda's number for this recall is km6.

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.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #3 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

Posted on: 2021-09-03
Description
Honda (american honda motor co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 cb500x and cbr500r abs motorcycles.  Excessive grease in the abs modulator may collect debris, which can get stuck in the check valve and cause a brake fluid leak.

Consequence
A brake fluid leak can reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the lot number on the abs modulator, and replace the modulator as necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed october 29, 2021.  Owners may contact honda powersports customer service at 1-866-784-1870.  Honda's number for this recall is km6.

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.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #4 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP

Posted on: 2021-09-03
Description
Honda (american honda motor co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 cb500x and cbr500r abs motorcycles.  Excessive grease in the abs modulator may collect debris, which can get stuck in the check valve and cause a brake fluid leak.

Consequence
A brake fluid leak can reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the lot number on the abs modulator, and replace the modulator as necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed october 29, 2021.  Owners may contact honda powersports customer service at 1-866-784-1870.  Honda's number for this recall is km6.

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.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #5 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP

Posted on: 2021-09-03
Description
Honda (american honda motor co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 cb500x and cbr500r abs motorcycles.  Excessive grease in the abs modulator may collect debris, which can get stuck in the check valve and cause a brake fluid leak.

Consequence
A brake fluid leak can reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the lot number on the abs modulator, and replace the modulator as necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed october 29, 2021.  Owners may contact honda powersports customer service at 1-866-784-1870.  Honda's number for this recall is km6.

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.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #6 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Posted on: 2021-05-25
Description
Honda (american honda motor co.) is recalling certain 2020-2021 super cub c125, cb500x, cb650r, cbr300r, cbr500r, cbr650r, rebel 300, rebel 500, monkey, 2020 crf250l, grom, 2021 crf300l, and cb500f motorcycles.  The rear reflector lens may not reflect brightly enough.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.

Consequence
A dim rear reflector may reduce the visibility of the motorcycle to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the rear reflector, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed july 7, 2021.  Owners may contact honda customer service at 1-866-784-1870.  Honda's number for this recall is km3.  

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.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #7 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

Posted on: 2021-09-03
Description
Honda (american honda motor co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 cb500x and cbr500r abs motorcycles.  Excessive grease in the abs modulator may collect debris, which can get stuck in the check valve and cause a brake fluid leak.

Consequence
A brake fluid leak can reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the lot number on the abs modulator, and replace the modulator as necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed november 12, 2021.  Owners may contact honda powersports customer service at 1-866-784-1870.  Honda's number for this recall is km6.

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.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #8 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

Posted on: 2021-09-03
Description
Honda (american honda motor co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 cb500x and cbr500r abs motorcycles.  Excessive grease in the abs modulator may collect debris, which can get stuck in the check valve and cause a brake fluid leak.

Consequence
A brake fluid leak can reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the lot number on the abs modulator, and replace the modulator as necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed november 12, 2021.  Owners may contact honda powersports customer service at 1-866-784-1870.  Honda's number for this recall is km6.

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.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #9 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP

Posted on: 2021-09-03
Description
Honda (american honda motor co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 cb500x and cbr500r abs motorcycles.  Excessive grease in the abs modulator may collect debris, which can get stuck in the check valve and cause a brake fluid leak.

Consequence
A brake fluid leak can reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the lot number on the abs modulator, and replace the modulator as necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed november 12, 2021.  Owners may contact honda powersports customer service at 1-866-784-1870.  Honda's number for this recall is km6.

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.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #10 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP

Posted on: 2021-09-03
Description
Honda (american honda motor co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 cb500x and cbr500r abs motorcycles.  Excessive grease in the abs modulator may collect debris, which can get stuck in the check valve and cause a brake fluid leak.

Consequence
A brake fluid leak can reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the lot number on the abs modulator, and replace the modulator as necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed november 12, 2021.  Owners may contact honda powersports customer service at 1-866-784-1870.  Honda's number for this recall is km6.

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.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #11 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

Posted on: 2021-09-03
Description
Honda (american honda motor co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 cb500x and cbr500r abs motorcycles.  Excessive grease in the abs modulator may collect debris, which can get stuck in the check valve and cause a brake fluid leak.

Consequence
A brake fluid leak can reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the lot number on the abs modulator, and replace the modulator as necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed november 12, 2021.  Owners may contact honda powersports customer service at 1-866-784-1870.  Honda's number for this recall is km6.

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.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #12 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

Posted on: 2021-09-03
Description
Honda (american honda motor co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 cb500x and cbr500r abs motorcycles.  Excessive grease in the abs modulator may collect debris, which can get stuck in the check valve and cause a brake fluid leak.

Consequence
A brake fluid leak can reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the lot number on the abs modulator, and replace the modulator as necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed november 12, 2021.  Owners may contact honda powersports customer service at 1-866-784-1870.  Honda's number for this recall is km6.

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.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #13 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP

Posted on: 2021-09-03
Description
Honda (american honda motor co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 cb500x and cbr500r abs motorcycles.  Excessive grease in the abs modulator may collect debris, which can get stuck in the check valve and cause a brake fluid leak.

Consequence
A brake fluid leak can reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the lot number on the abs modulator, and replace the modulator as necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed november 12, 2021.  Owners may contact honda powersports customer service at 1-866-784-1870.  Honda's number for this recall is km6.

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.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #14 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP

Posted on: 2021-09-03
Description
Honda (american honda motor co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 cb500x and cbr500r abs motorcycles.  Excessive grease in the abs modulator may collect debris, which can get stuck in the check valve and cause a brake fluid leak.

Consequence
A brake fluid leak can reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the lot number on the abs modulator, and replace the modulator as necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed november 12, 2021.  Owners may contact honda powersports customer service at 1-866-784-1870.  Honda's number for this recall is km6.

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.nhtsa.gov.