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Automotive · United States · 2026-07-30

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) The handlebar lock screw may loosen and detach

Country	United States
Category	Automotive
Published	2026-07-30
Manufacturer	Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Units affected	43913
Defect	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. / 后果: A detached screw may lodge between the frame and stem, interfering with steering and increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Component	STEERING
Recall type	Vehicle
Remedy	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 KUO. 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.
Recall number	26V500000
Official notice	View source ↗

What this means for sellers

Likely platform / channel actions	OEMs/dealers will run the remedy (repair, replace or refund); component suppliers in the chain may face traceback.
Self-check for comparable products	Check your comparable products' design, materials and QC records against the defect described here.
Rules & standards likely involved	FMVSS (NHTSA) · Full guide →

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