NHTSA vehicle safety data
2013 Honda CBR500R Recalls, Ratings & Complaints
The 2013 Honda CBR500R has 1 NHTSA recall campaign and 0 owner complaints on file as of October 16, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Honda dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2013 Honda CBR500R. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
NHTSA #14V056000Reported February 14, 2014 · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Potentially affected: 6,954 vehicles
Defect description
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.
Safety consequence
Without a bolt, the engine will have reduced power which may result in a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
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.
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.safercar.gov.
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