Honda Recalls CMX300, CMX500 Motorcycles for Steering Issue
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Honda is recalling certain 2017-2026 CMX300, 2017-2025 CMX500, and 2025 SCL500 motorcycles because the handlebar lock screw may loosen and detach.
What this NHTSA vehicle recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by NHTSA on August 10, 2026 and geographically references United States. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Vehicle Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain motorcycles because the handlebar lock screw may loosen and detach.
Which Products Are Affected
This recall covers certain 2017-2023 and 2025 CMX500, 2017-2023 and 2025-2026 CMX300, and 2025 SCL500 motorcycles. A total of 790,434 units are affected. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 26V146. The NHTSA campaign number is 26V500000.
What You Should Do
Dealers will replace the lock screw and apply thread lock free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 21, 2026. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning August 4, 2026. Honda's number for this recall is KUO.
Why This Matters
A detached screw may lodge between the frame and stem, interfering with steering and increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Source
NHTSA Campaign 26V500000 - Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Original source: NHTSA Official Notice ↗
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