2013 Honda CBR500RA recalls and problems

The 2013 Honda CBR500RA has 1 safety recall and 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Honda dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2013 Honda CBR500RA vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2013 Honda CBR500RA recalls

Recall 14V-056: Engine and Engine Cooling

Reported Feb 14, 2014 · 6,954 vehicles affected · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)

Problem: Honda is recalling certain model year 2013 CB500 (FA, F, XA, X) and CBR500 (RA, R) motorcycles. The rocker arm shaft retaining bolts may have been manufactured incorrectly resulting in the bolts loosening during engine operation. A loose bolt will initially result in a slow leak of engine oil, but if not addressed, the bolt can come out of the cylinder head entirely.

Risk: Without a bolt, the engine will have reduced power which may result in a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rocker arm shaft retaining bolts, free of charge. The recall began on March 11, 2014. Owners may contact Honda Customer Service at 1-866-784-1870.

2013 Honda CBR500RA problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Structure	1

Most reported parts

Structure › Body — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 27,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2013 Honda CBR500RA complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Structure · at 27,000 miles · reported Sep 10, 2017

My bike's frame has had a catastrophic failure by splitting open I was driving down the freeway (710nb lane3 before the 1hwy exit) and hit a pothole that jolted the bike but caused no airtime or wobbling, the bike then started intermittently scrapping on the ground, I pulled over thinking I had a flat tire, but the tire was fine. The lower fairings had bent but I could see no obvious signs of problems. I rode off the freeway with the bike occasionally scrapping the ground and inspected it further to find the frame on both sides of the bike to be split and bent, barley holding up the bike and…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2013 Honda CBR500RA have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2013 Honda CBR500RA: 14V-056 (engine and engine cooling). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2013 Honda CBR500RA?

Owners report structure problems most often (1 reports). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 27,000 miles.

Are Honda recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Honda dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.