2021 Honda CBR1000RR Recall: Rear cushion connecting plate(s) may have been installed incorrectly…
NHTSA campaign 21V249000 · Structure · filed Apr 8, 2021 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
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.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
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.
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.
Affected vehicles
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 21V249000 (manufacturer number KL9). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.