Honda CB500F, CBR500RA +4 more: Engine and engine cooling

Affects Honda CB500F, CBR500RA, CB500XA, CBR500R, CB500FA, CB500X · 2013 — about 7K vehicles.

The hazard

Without a bolt, the engine will have reduced power which may result in a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rocker arm shaft retaining bolts, free of charge. The recall began on March 11, 2014. Owners may contact Honda Customer Service at 1-866-784-1870.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational