2014 Honda NSS300 recalls and problems

4 recalls and 4 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2014 Honda NSS300.

4
recalls
4
owner complaints
1
complaints mentioning a crash
0
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.

2014 Honda NSS300 recalls

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump

NHTSA campaign 16V661000 · reported September 14, 2016 · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) · 17,643 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Grom 125 motorcycles manufactured June 12, 2013, to September 8, 2015, and 2014-2015 NSS300 & NSS300A motorcycles manufactured June 18, 2013 to March 19, 2015. The resin bracket inside the fuel pump of the affected motorcycles may swell and cause the pump impeller to seize.
The risk
If the fuel pump seizes, the motorcycle will stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly with one that uses a metal bracket internally, free of charge. The recall began October 2016. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KC3 and KC4. Note: This recall supersedes recall 14V-672. Some, but not all, motorcycles that were remedied under that campaign are affected by this recall as well and need to have the fuel pump replaced again.

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components, hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

NHTSA campaign 16V109000 · reported February 25, 2016 · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) · 1,984 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2014 NSS300 and NSS300A scooters manufactured June 18, 2013, to September 12, 2013. The rear brake line connection on the affected vehicles may have been improperly tightened, allowing brake fluid to leak.
The risk
If the rear brake line leaks, there would be a reduction of loss of rear brake pressure and therefore rear braking function, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the rear brake line connection to specification, and fill the rear brake fluid reservoir, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 24, 2016. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is JY3.

Electrical system: starter assembly, relay

NHTSA campaign 15V439000 · reported July 8, 2015 · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) · 47,168 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 ST1300PA, 2014-2015 CB500, CBR500, CRF250L, CBR650, CTX700, NSS300, VT750, VT1300, 2015 CB300F, CBR300, CBR600, and 2014-2016 NC700 motorcycles. In the affected motorcycles, sealant may have been incorrectly applied to the starter relay switch, and as a result, the electrical system may have a loss of power.
The risk
A loss of electrical power may cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace any affected starter relay switch, free of charge. The recall began on August 31, 2015. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is JS9 and JT0.

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump

NHTSA campaign 14V672000 · reported October 27, 2014 · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) · 10,076 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
American Honda Motor Co. (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2014 GROM125 motorcycles manufactured June 12, 2013, to September 24, 2014, and 2014 Forza-NSS300, and NSS300A motorcycles manufactured June 18, 2013, to May 21, 2014. The resin bracket inside the fuel pump of the affected motorcycles may swell and cause the pump impeller to seize.
The risk
If the fuel pump seizes the motorcycle will stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump with an updated fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began on December 15, 2014. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-310-783-2000. Honda's number for this recall is JL1 NSS300 (Forza) and JL2 Grom (Grom125).

Most reported problems

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

What owners report

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

Sep 23, 2016 · Electrical system · 10,561 miles

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 HONDA FORZA-NSS300. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO BE REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 10,561. UPDATED 11/29/16 THE CONSUMER STATED ACCORDING TO THE INVOICE, THE IGNITION COIL WAS…

Aug 5, 2015 · Fuel system, gasoline · 4,000 miles

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 HONDA FORZA-NSS300. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE SEAT WAS LIFTED FOR STORAGE PURPOSES, THE FUEL PISTON FAILED. THE FAILURE RECURRED CONTINUOUSLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 4,000.

Feb 26, 2015 · Seats · 1,200 miles

THE GAS PISTON WHICH HOLDS THE HONDA NSS 300 SCOOTER SEAT OPEN HAS FAILED ON MANY OF THESE SCOOTERS. THE SEAT WILL DROP SLOWLY FROM THE OPEN POSITION - OR IT CAN DROP QUICKLY WHEN RELEASED. HONDA DEALER TECHNICIANS AS WELL AS MANY OWNERS HAVE REPORTED THE FAILURE OF THIS SEAT SUPPORT PART, EVEN ON SHOWROOM NEW…

May 27, 2014 · Vehicle speed control · crash reported

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 HONDA 300 SCOOTER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE SCOOTER SUDDENLY ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND CRASHED INTO A DITCH. THE CONTACT DID NOT FILE A POLICE REPORT AND ONLY MINOR INJURIES WERE REPORTED. THE…

NSS300 model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2014 4410
2015 2000

All Honda NSS300 years →

Questions

Does the 2014 Honda NSS300 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2014 Honda NSS300, the most recent reported on September 14, 2016 (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 2014 Honda NSS300?
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (1 complaints), followed by engine (1).
How many 2014 Honda NSS300 complaints mention a crash or fire?
1 of 4 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 September 23, 2016.