NHTSA vehicle safety data

2016 Honda Metropolitan Recalls, Ratings & Complaints

The 2016 Honda Metropolitan 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 2016 Honda Metropolitan. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.

POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT

NHTSA #24V825000

Reported November 1, 2024 · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)

Potentially affected: 23,483 vehicles

Defect description

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2016-2025 Metropolitan scooters. An improper seal between the transmission case and left-side crankcase may allow transmission fluid to leak.

Safety consequence

A transmission fluid leak can cause the driveshaft bearings to fail, causing a sudden loss of drive power and increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will inspect and repair the transmission case as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 30, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is KR0.

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 nhtsa.gov.

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