Recall
Honda Cbr300r — 16V528000
NHTSA ID
16V528000
Make
Honda
Model
Cbr300r
Years Affected
2015
Recall Date
2016-07-12
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Units Affected
11,424
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
KB9
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 began on August 26, 2016. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is KB9.