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2 open safety recalls recorded with NHTSA. A recall repair is free at a franchised dealer, whatever the age of the vehicle.

  1. STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR

    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.

    NHTSA campaign 26V500000 · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) · Reported 30/07/2026

  2. STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR

    Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2025 CMX300, CMX500, and CL500 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 notification letters were mailed June 15, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is KUO. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 21, 2026.

    NHTSA campaign 26V146000 · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) · Reported 12/03/2026

Is your 2023 Honda CMX500 affected?

A recall applies to a range of vehicles, not to every one built that year. Check your VIN to see which of these are open on yours.

Source: NHTSA public recall database.

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Recall information comes from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, last updated 2026-07-30. DriveDocket is not affiliated with NHTSA, Honda, or any vehicle manufacturer. Confirm any recall with a franchised dealer before relying on it.

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