Recall 26V500000: 2017–2026 Honda CMX300, 2017–2025 Honda CMX500

Updated Oct 11, 2026 from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date: Jul 30, 2026
Vehicles affected: 43,913
Models: 2
Initiated by: Manufacturer

The problem

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.

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 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.

Affected vehicles

2017 Honda CMX300
2018 Honda CMX300
2019 Honda CMX300
2020 Honda CMX300
2021 Honda CMX300
2022 Honda CMX300
2023 Honda CMX300
2025 Honda CMX300
2026 Honda CMX300
2017 Honda CMX500
2018 Honda CMX500
2020 Honda CMX500
2021 Honda CMX500
2022 Honda CMX500
2023 Honda CMX500
2025 Honda CMX500

Details

NHTSA campaign: 26V500000
Manufacturer campaign: KU8
Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Owner letters: Sep 28, 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