2 recalls and 0 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2025 Honda CMX500.
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recalls
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owner complaints
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complaints mentioning a crash
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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.
2025 Honda CMX500 recalls
Steering: steering wheel/handle bar · Steering: critical fasteners
NHTSA campaign 26V500000 · reported July 30, 2026 · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) · 43,913 vehicles potentially affected
The problem
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.
The risk
A detached screw may lodge between the frame and stem, interfering with steering and increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
The fix
Dealers will replace the lock screw and apply thread lock, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 29, 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.
Steering: critical fasteners · Steering: steering wheel/handle bar
NHTSA campaign 26V146000 · reported March 12, 2026 · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) · 19,406 vehicles potentially affected
The problem
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2025 CMX300, CMX500, and CL500 motorcycles. The handlebar lock screw may loosen and detach.
The risk
A detached screw may lodge between the frame and stem, interfering with steering and increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
The fix
Dealers will replace the lock screw and apply thread lock, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 15, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is KUO. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 21, 2026.
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2025 Honda CMX500, the most recent reported on July 30, 2026 (Steering: steering wheel/handle bar, Steering: critical fasteners). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2025 Honda CMX500?
There are few or no owner complaints on file for the 2025 Honda CMX500.
Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026.