KB9 – Crankshaft Replacement – 2015-2016 Honda CBR

NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V528
Component(s): ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Potential Number of Units Affected: 11,424

Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)

 

SUMMARY:

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.

 

CONSEQUENCE:

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 is expected to begin August 31, 2016.

Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-866-784-1870.

Honda’s number for this recall is KB9.

 

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.safercar.gov.

 

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