Honda 2013 Engine And Engine Cooling recall
Recalled February 14, 2014 · NHTSA recall 14V056000 · Honda
Hazard
Without a bolt, the engine will have reduced power which may result in a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
Units
6,954 units
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.
What to do
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.
Product
Honda CB500F · Honda CB500FA · Honda CB500X · Honda CB500XA · Honda CBR500R · Honda CBR500RA
Manufacturer(s)
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov →