NHTSA recall 23V-261: Engine and Engine Cooling

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) · Reported April 12, 2023 · 1 affected model year

Engine and Engine Cooling recall

23V-261
April 12, 2023 · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Problem
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023 Rebel 300 (CMX300) motorcycles. The right engine crank house cover was incorrectly painted, allowing the press-fit plug to fall out.
Safety risk
Oil can leak onto the exhaust pipe or rear tire without the plug, increasing the risk of a fire, crash, or injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the right crank case cover, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 25, 2023. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-800-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is KP2.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign number23V261000
ManufacturerHonda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Report dateApril 12, 2023
ComponentEngine and Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Crankcase (PCV)
Fixed over the airNo

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

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Affected vehicles

2023 Honda CMX3003 recalls total

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