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💥 Crash risk🩹 Injury riskNHTSA 21V249📅 Apr 9, 2021

2021 Honda CBR1000RR recall: body & structure

⚠️ What's wrong

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2021 CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP motorcycles. The rear cushion connecting plate(s) may have been installed incorrectly, which may cause the plate(s) to break.

💥 The risk

Broken plate(s) may cause a sudden drop to the vehicle height, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

🔧 The fix

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace both rear cushion connecting plates free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 7, 2021. Owners may contact Honda Powersports customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is KL9.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
21V249000
Manufacturer recall #
KL9
Manufacturer
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Vehicles affected
89
Component
STRUCTURE
Owner phone
1-866-784-1870
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Jun 7, 2021
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
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.safercar.gov.

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 21V249 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 21V249?

2021 Honda CBR1000RR. 89 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Honda dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-866-784-1870.