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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 21V690000

2019 Honda Cb500x | 2020 Honda Cb500x | 2019 Honda Cbr500r | 2020 Honda Cbr500r — Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip

Published September 3, 2021 · Recall initiated: September 2, 2021

Summary

NHTSA records recall 21V690000, published September 3, 2021 and initiated September 2, 2021. Recalling firm: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.); 2019 Honda Cb500x | 2020 Honda Cb500x | 2019 Honda Cbr500r | 2020 Honda Cbr500r — Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip.

What's the hazard

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 CB500X and CBR500R ABS motorcycles. Excessive grease in the ABS modulator may collect debris, which can get stuck in the check valve and cause a brake fluid leak.

What to do

Dealers will inspect the lot number on the ABS modulator, and replace the modulator as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 12, 2021. Owners may contact Honda Powersports customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is KM6.

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Recall details

Brand
HONDA
Model
CB500X
Manufacturer
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Lot
2019 HONDA CB500X | 2020 HONDA CB500X | 2019 HONDA CBR500R | 2020 HONDA CBR500R
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2019 Honda Cb500x | 2020 Honda Cb500x | 2019 Honda Cbr500r | 2020 Honda Cbr500r — Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 21V690000 on September 3, 2021. Reported hazard: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 CB500X and CBR500R ABS motorcycles. Excessive grease in the ABS modulator may collect debris, which can get stuck in the check valve and cause a brake fluid leak.

What should I do if I have this product?

Dealers will inspect the lot number on the ABS modulator, and replace the modulator as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 12, 2021. Owners may contact Honda Powersports customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is KM6.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: HONDA. Model: CB500X.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)