Honda CRF250R and CRF450R Motorcycles Recall

Source: ACCC · Australia

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Honda is recalling certain off-road motorcycles due to a handlebar defect that could cause it to move unexpectedly, potentially leading to serious injury or death.

What this ACCC product recall tells you, and what most readers miss

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What Happened

Due to a manufacturing defect, the handlebar may not be secured tightly enough. If force is applied while riding, the handlebar could move unexpectedly and result in a fall, which could cause serious injury or death.

Which Products Are Affected

The affected products are Honda off-road motorcycles, including:

  • CRF250R - 250cc competition model
  • CRF250RX - 250cc cross-country riding
  • CRF250RW - 250cc works edition
  • CRF450R - 450cc competition model
  • CRF450RW - 450cc works edition
  • CRF450RX - 450cc cross-country riding No specific quantities, model numbers beyond these, UPCs, or date ranges are provided in the source data.

What You Should Do

Consumers should check if their motorcycle is affected by visiting Honda’s Motorcycle Recall look-up website at https://motorcycles.honda.com.au/owners/recalls and stop using it immediately if it is. Honda will contact consumers to arrange for inspections, with parts expected to be available in mid-May 2026. For more information, contact your preferred Honda Dealer or Honda’s Customer Relations Team at 1300 559 846 (weekdays between 8:30am to 6:00pm AEST), email customer.relations@honda.com.au, or visit https://motorcycles.honda.com.au/.

Why This Matters

This recall is significant because the defect poses a risk of serious injury or death from a potential fall, emphasizing the need for immediate action to ensure rider safety.

Source

Information sourced from the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) at https://www.productsafety.gov.au/search-consumer-product-recalls/honda-crf250rrwrx-and-crf450rrwrx-%E2%80%93-off-road-competition-motorcycles.

Original source: ACCC Official Notice ↗

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this ACCC product recall.

What is this ACCC product recall about?
Honda is recalling certain off-road motorcycles due to a handlebar defect that could cause it to move unexpectedly, potentially leading to serious injury or death.
Which agency issued this alert?
This alert was issued by ACCC. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert?
This alert is classified as "high" severity. Take precautions and monitor for updates.
What area is affected?
This alert affects Australia. Check with ACCC for the most current geographic scope.
Where can I find more Product Recalls updates?
Browse the full Product Recalls feed on Areazine at areazine.com/au/recalls/product/ for the latest updates from ACCC and other agencies.