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Recall 21V-382: 2021 Honda CB500F, 2020–2021 Honda CB500X and 11 more

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) recall for exterior lighting, reported to NHTSA on May 24, 2021, covering about 28,528 vehicles.

NHTSA number
21V-382
Report date
May 24, 2021
Vehicles affected
28,528
Owners notified
Jul 7, 2021

The problem

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Super Cub C125, CB500X, CB650R, CBR300R, CBR500R, CBR650R, Rebel 300, Rebel 500, Monkey, 2020 CRF250L, GROM, 2021 CRF300L, and CB500F motorcycles. The rear reflector lens may not reflect brightly enough. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

The risk

A dim rear reflector may reduce the visibility of the motorcycle to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

The fix

Dealers will replace the rear reflector, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 7, 2021. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is KM3.

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.nhtsa.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerHonda (American Honda Motor Co.)
ComponentExterior Lighting
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number21V382000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Honda CB500F2021All years
Honda CB500X2020, 2021All years
Honda CB650R2020, 2021All years
Honda CBR300R2020, 2021All years
Honda CBR500R2020, 2021All years
Honda CBR650R2020, 2021All years
Honda CMX5002020, 2021All years
Honda CRF250L2020All years
Honda CRF300L2021All years
Honda Grom1252020All years
Honda Monkey1252020, 2021All years
Honda Rebel 3002020, 2021All years
Honda Super CUB C1252020, 2021All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 21V-382?

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Super Cub C125, CB500X, CB650R, CBR300R, CBR500R, CBR650R, Rebel 300, Rebel 500, Monkey, 2020 CRF250L, GROM, 2021 CRF300L, and CB500F motorcycles. The rear reflector lens may not reflect brightly enough. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

How is recall 21V-382 fixed?

Dealers will replace the rear reflector, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 7, 2021. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is KM3.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.