United StatesCertain 2017–2023 and 2025 CMX500, 2017–2023 and 2025–2026 CMX300, and 2025 Honda SCL500 motorcycles are included; affected VINs will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning August 4, 2026. The handlebar lock screw may loosen and detach and could lodge between the frame and stem, interfering with steering. Dealers will replace the lock screw and apply thread lock free of charge; interim owner letters are expected September 21, 2026 and the final remedy is anticipated in Winter 2026. Owners may contact Honda at 1-866-784-1870 (recall KU8).
What's being recalled
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017-2023, 2025 CMX500, 2017-2023, 2025-2026 CMX300, and 2025 Honda SCL500 motorcycles. The handlebar lock screw may loosen and detach.
How to identify it
NHTSA campaign 26V500000; Manufacturer campaign KU8
The hazard
A detached screw may lodge between the frame and stem, interfering with steering and increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
What to do
Dealers will replace the lock screw and apply thread lock, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed September 21, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated in Winter 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is KU8. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 26V146. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning August 4, 2026.
The official notice
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