NHTSA Recall 16V528000
Filed by Honda (American Honda Motor Co.). Component: Engine And Engine Cooling. Reported 2016-07-12. An estimated 11,424 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
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.
Risk
If the connecting rod bearing retainer fails, the engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
What the manufacturer will 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.
Manufacturer campaign number: 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.