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2026 Honda CBR600RR

Recalls, owner-reported complaints, investigations and safety data

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Owner complaintsComplaints are reports submitted to NHTSA by owners and drivers. NHTSA does not verify most reports before publishing them, and a complaint does not establish that a defect exists. Volume is influenced by how many of a vehicle were sold, how long it has been on the road, and how much attention an issue has received.
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+2 complaints in 30 days
Safety recallsA safety recall is issued when a manufacturer or NHTSA determines that a vehicle has a safety-related defect or does not comply with a federal motor vehicle safety standard. Recall repairs are free. Whether a specific vehicle is covered depends on its VIN — a recall listed for a model year does not necessarily apply to every vehicle of that year.
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Latest Dec 18, 2025
InvestigationsNHTSA opens an investigation to examine whether a safety defect may exist. An open investigation is not a determination that a defect exists, and many investigations close without a recall. Investigations can, however, lead to one.
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Crash or fire reportedComplaints whose submitter recorded that a crash or a fire occurred. These are the reporter's own answers on the NHTSA form, not verified findings.
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Overview

Our database contains 5 NHTSA owner-reported complaints for the 2026 Honda CBR600RR, most frequently naming the engine category. 1 safety recall has been issued covering this model year.

Complaints are reports submitted by owners and drivers to NHTSA. They are not verified and do not establish that a defect exists.

What owners report

Complaints grouped by the component NHTSA recorded

  • Engine5100.0%

Percentages are of component mentions. A single complaint can name more than one component, so these do not sum to the total complaint count.

Safety recalls

1 campaign cover this model year

Recalls apply to specific vehicles, not to every vehicle of a model year. Check your VIN with NHTSA or your manufacturer's dealer to confirm whether a recall affects your vehicle.

Check a VIN on NHTSA.gov
25V891000

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL

Dec 18, 2025
1,337 units potentially affected
The defect: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2024-2026 CBR600RR motorcycles. The cylinder head may have been improperly manufactured, which can lead to rod bearing failure, possibly resulting in rear wheel lock up or oil leaking onto the rear tire.
The risk: Rear wheel lockup increases the risk of a crash or injury. Engine oil that leaks onto hot exhaust components increases the risk of a fire.
The remedy: Dealers will replace the engine assembly, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed February 9, 2026. A second letter will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated October 31, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's numbers for this recall are KT5 and KU3. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning January 7, 2026.
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)Manufacturer number KT5, KU3View on NHTSA.gov

Recent owner complaints

Reports submitted to NHTSA, shown in the owner's own words

Engine
Filed Aug 1, 2026

The oil level in my motorcycle has continued to drop every time I take it to the dealership to get inspected, and 7 months after I was notified about the recall, there is still no repair available for my vehicle. This is unacceptable as i am unable to ride my motorcycle across long distances and am inconvenienced every 300 miles to get it inspected at my dealership. There needs to be a solution asap to repair my vehicle.

NHTSA ID
11754223
Incident
Aug 1, 2026
Engine
Filed Jul 28, 2026

The contact owns a 2026 Honda CBR600RR. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V891000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the vehicle was experiencing excessive oil consumption. The dealer provided a complimentary oil change service, but the vehicle remained unrepaired due to the part not being available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The failure mileage was 1.

NHTSA ID
11753255
Incident
Nov 1, 2025
Mileage
1 mi
Engine
Filed Jul 14, 2026

The contact owns a 2026 Honda CBR600RR. The contact stated that the motorcycle was consuming a quart of engine oil every 1,000 miles. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V891000 (Engine and Engine Cooling). The motorcycle was taken to the local dealer, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The motorcycle was taken to another local dealer, Cycle World (4972 Virginia Beach Blvd, Virginia Beach, VA 23462), for the recommended 3,000-mile service. The motorcycle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 1.

NHTSA ID
11750203
Incident
Apr 1, 2025
Mileage
1 mi
Engine
Filed May 18, 2026

The contact owns a 2026 Honda CBR600RR. The contact stated that while thee vehicle was parked, oil was observed on the ground and oil was observed as empty in the tank. The vehicle experienced a harsh cranking noise and the power diminishes when changing gears. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where engine oil was added and observed for any additional leaks. The dealer stated for the contact to come to the dealer every 200 miles to add oil. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 1,800.

NHTSA ID
11738520
Incident
May 9, 2026
Mileage
1,800 mi
Engine
Filed Mar 13, 2026

To Whom It May Concern, I am the owner of a 2026 Honda CBR600RR. I recently learned that this motorcycle is affected by an active recall related to potential engine defects that can lead to oil loss, rod bearing failure, and possible rear wheel lock. As a new rider, I do not feel safe operating this motorcycle until the recall repair is fully implemented. The first stage of the recall was completed prior to my purchase, but the defect persists and the permanent remedy is not yet available. I request the following actions be documented and addressed: 1.Official acknowledgement of my safety concern and that the bike is currently unsafe to ride. 2.Escalation to Honda Customer Relations for review of transport assistance, towing, or other options while the recall repair is pending. 3.Notification to NHTSA of my ongoing safety concerns, including my inability to safely ride the motorcycle. 4.Documentation of the unresolved recall and any potential next steps, including eligibility for goodwill compensation or buyback if the defect cannot be repaired promptly. I appreciate your prompt attention to this serious safety concern and ask that all communications and documentation be retained for my records.

NHTSA ID
11724020
Incident
Mar 13, 2026

Compare model years

Complaint and recall counts across every year of this model

Honda CBR600RR by model year
YearComplaintsRecallsInvestigationsIssue Index
2026Viewing510—
2025210—
2024010—
2020010—
2019310—
2018010—
2017010—
2016010—
2015010—
2014010—
2013110—
2012110—
2011010—
2010010—
2009010—
2008200—
2007110—
2006220—
2005110—
2004720—
2003320—

Higher-selling and older vehicles accumulate more reports. Counts are not failure rates and are not directly comparable between vehicles that sold in very different numbers. Older model years have had longer for reports to accumulate.