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HONDA 2015-2016: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

Reported: July 12, 2016 Initiated: July 12, 2016 #16V528000

Product Description

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 CBR300RA, CBR300R and CB300F motorcycles. The affected motorcycles may have an improperly machined crankshaft which may result in the failure of the connecting rod bearing retainer.

Reason for Recall

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 CBR300RA, CBR300R and CB300F motorcycles. The affected motorcycles may have an improperly machined crankshaft which may result in the failure of the connecting rod bearing retainer.

Hazard

If the connecting rod bearing retainer fails, the engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the crankshaft assembly, free of charge. The recall began on August 26, 2016. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is KB9.

Details

Recalling Firm
HONDA
Distribution
United States

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 CBR300RA, CBR300R and CB300F motorcycles. The affected motorcycles may have an improperly machined crankshaft which may result in the failure of the connecting rod bearing retainer.. Recalled by HONDA.
Why was this product recalled?
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 CBR300RA, CBR300R and CB300F motorcycles. The affected motorcycles may have an improperly machined crankshaft which may result in the failure of the connecting rod bearing retainer.
What should consumers do?
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the crankshaft assembly, free of charge. The recall began on August 26, 2016. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is KB9.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the NHTSA on July 12, 2016. Severity: Critical. Recall number: 16V528000.