Recall 26V146000: 2023–2025 Honda CMX300, 2023–2025 Honda CMX500, 2023–2025 Honda SCL500
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Mar 12, 2026
- Vehicles affected
- 19,406
- Models
- 3
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2025 CMX300, CMX500, and CL500 motorcycles. The handlebar lock screw may loosen and detach.
The risk
A detached screw may lodge between the frame and stem, interfering with steering and increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
The fix
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.
Affected vehicles
- 2023 Honda CMX300
- 2024 Honda CMX300
- 2025 Honda CMX300
- 2023 Honda CMX500
- 2024 Honda CMX500
- 2025 Honda CMX500
- 2023 Honda SCL500
- 2024 Honda SCL500
- 2025 Honda SCL500
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 26V146000
- Manufacturer campaign
- KUO
- Manufacturer
- Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Owner letters
- May 1, 2026
- Components
- Steering:critical fasteners (Steering); Steering: steering wheel/handle bar (Steering)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology