Honda · United States · High
Honda CMX500, CMX300 +1 more: Steering — critical fasteners
Affects Honda CMX500, CMX300, SCL500 · 2017–2026 — about 44K vehicles.
The hazard
A detached screw may lodge between the frame and stem, interfering with steering and increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
What to do
Dealers will replace the lock screw and apply thread lock, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed September 21, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated in Winter 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is KUO. 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.