Does the 2008 Honda CBR1000RR have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2008 Honda CBR1000RR, the most recent reported on November 15, 2024 (Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2008 Honda CBR1000RR?

Owners have filed 18 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (10 complaints), followed by engine and engine cooling (5).

How many 2008 Honda CBR1000RR complaints mention a crash or fire?

1 of 18 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2008 Honda CBR1000RR recalls and problems

2 recalls and 18 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2008 Honda CBR1000RR.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2008 Honda CBR1000RR recalls

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump

NHTSA campaign 24V864000 · reported November 15, 2024 · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) · 40,481 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2007, 2009-2017 CBR600RR, 2008-2017, 2021 CBR1000RR, and 2010, 2012-2013 VFR1200 motorcycles. The fuel pump impellers may have been improperly molded, which can cause them to deform and result in fuel pump failure.
The risk: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pump module as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 3, 2025. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's numbers for this recall are KR2, KR3, KR4 and KR5. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 24V-113.

Engine and engine cooling: cooling system, hoses/lines/piping/fittings

NHTSA campaign 09V174000 · reported May 21, 2009 · HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.) · 12,894 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Honda is recalling 12,894 my 2008 cbr1000rr motorcycles. A coolant hose clamp located on the water pump cover may break due to fatigue caused by vibration generated at continuous high engine speeds.
The risk: If the clamp breaks, hot coolant can spray onto the riders left lower leg causing scalding to the rider.
The fix: Dealers will install the new coolant hose clamp free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on or before june 6, 2009. Owners may contact honda at 866-784-1870.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Engine10
Engine and engine cooling5
Fuel system, gasoline1
Power train1
Structure1
Wheels1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Aug 19, 2025 · Fuel system, gasoline · 50,000 miles
The contact owns a 2008 Honda CBR 1000RR. The contact stated that while riding at 35 MPH, the motorcycle lost motive power. The contact was able to pull over to the shoulder of the roadway, where the motorcycle failed to restart. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The motorcycle was towed to an…

Dec 5, 2020 · Engine · 1,000 miles
VEHICLE BURNS OIL AT A RATE OF OVER 1L PER 1,000 OF MINIMAL TO MODERATE RIDING.

Apr 30, 2019 · Engine · 17,000 miles
THE ENGINE BURNS OIL AT THE RATE OF 1 QUART PER 500 MILES REGARDLESS OF HOW IT'S OPERATED. ABSOLUTELY RIDICULOUS. MOST OTHER OWNERS KNOW THIS IS A COMMON ISSUE WITH FAULTY PISTON RINGS AND NO RECALL HAS BEEN ISSUED. THIS PROBLEM ONLY RESULTS IN UNNECESSARY WEAR AND TEAR ON OTHER ENGINE COMPONENTS, HIGHER COST OF…

Feb 26, 2019 · Engine · 18,000 miles
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 HONDA CBR1000RR MOTORCYCLE. WHILE CHANGING THE OIL IN THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT IT WAS BURNING OIL TOO FAST. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MOTORCYCLE HAD BEEN BURNING OIL TOO QUICKLY EVER SINCE IT WAS PURCHASED A YEAR AGO. THE MOTORCYCLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO…

Feb 24, 2016 · Engine · 8,915 miles
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 HONDA CBR1000RR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENGINE OIL HAD TO BE CONSTANTLY REFILLED DUE TO EXCESSIVE OIL BURNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE PISTON RINGS FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER…

CBR1000RR model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes
2005	0	4	0
2006	2	4	0
2007	1	2	1
2008	2	18	1
2009	1	5	3
2010	1	2	0
2011	1	0	0

All Honda CBR1000RR years →

Questions

Does the 2008 Honda CBR1000RR have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2008 Honda CBR1000RR, the most recent reported on November 15, 2024 (Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Honda CBR1000RR?: Owners have filed 18 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (10 complaints), followed by engine and engine cooling (5).
How many 2008 Honda CBR1000RR complaints mention a crash or fire?: 1 of 18 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received August 19, 2025.