2020 HONDA CBR500R Complaints and Recall Information
The 2020 HONDA CBR500R has 0 complaints and 5 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to brake system components and rear lighting reflectors based on recall data.
There are five recalls addressing brake and lighting system defects. These recalls affect components critical to vehicle safety such as the ABS modulator and rear reflectors.
Recalls- ABS modulator brake fluid leak. NHTSA recall 21V690000 affects 262 motorcycles due to excessive grease in the ABS modulator that may collect debris and cause a brake fluid leak. The leak reduces braking performance and increases crash risk. Dealers will inspect and replace the modulator as necessary at no charge. Owner notifications occurred in November 2021.
- Rear reflector insufficient brightness. NHTSA recall 21V382000 covers 28,528 motorcycles including the 2020 CBR500R. The rear reflector lens fails to meet FMVSS 108 requirements by not reflecting brightly enough. A dim reflector lowers motorcycle visibility, increasing crash risk. Dealers will replace the reflector free of charge. Owner letters were mailed in July 2021.
Owners facing repeated repairs or unresolved recall issues with safety systems like brakes or lighting may want to consider their rights under state lemon laws.
2020 HONDA CBR500R Summary
2020
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
2
Total Recalls
28790
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2020 HONDA CBR500R
262 vehicles affected
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 CB500X and CBR500R ABS motorcycles. Excessive grease in the ABS modulator may collect debris, which can get stuck in the check valve and cause a brake fluid leak.
Risk: A brake fluid leak can reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.
2020 HONDA CBR500R
28528 vehicles affected
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Super Cub C125, CB500X, CB650R, CBR300R, CBR500R, CBR650R, Rebel 300, Rebel 500, Monkey, 2020 CRF250L, GROM, 2021 CRF300L, and CB500F motorcycles. The rear reflector lens may not reflect brightly enough. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk: A dim rear reflector may reduce the visibility of the motorcycle to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Complaints
No complaints found.