Honda recall 26V146000 - Critical Fasteners

NHTSA · March 12, 2026

• NHTSA recall campaign 26V146000 (Honda), reported March 12, 2026.
• Potentially affected vehicles: 19,406.
• Component: Critical Fasteners.
• Details as of October 23, 2026; the linked official notice is authoritative for lot codes, VINs, and remedies.

Agency

NHTSA

Posted

March 12, 2026

Recalling firm

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)

Source ID

26V146000

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How this recall compares

• NHTSA's recalls file lists 298 recall campaigns from Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) since 2010, 14 of them reported in 2026 so far.
• At 19,406 vehicles, it is larger than 80% of the 738 NHTSA campaigns from 2026 so far with a count of potentially affected vehicles.

Defect

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2025 CMX300, CMX500, and CL500 motorcycles. The handlebar lock screw may loosen and detach.

Consequence

A detached screw may lodge between the frame and stem, interfering with steering and increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Corrective action

Dealers will replace the lock screw and apply thread lock, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 15, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is KUO. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 21, 2026.

Affected vehicles

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