Defect Description For Recall
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.
Make Of Vehicle
HONDA
Model Of Vehicle
CBR500R
Year
2013
Recall Campaign Number
14V056000
Component Description
Engine And Engine Cooling
Effect Of Defect
Without A Bolt, The Engine Will Have Reduced Power Which May Result In A Stall, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
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.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Start Of Manufacture
20130124
End Of Manufacture
20130808
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
6954
Date Owners Notified
20140311
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Date Report Received
20140214
Make Campaign Number
JD7