2017–2026 Honda CMX300, 2017–2025 Honda CMX500, 2025 Honda SCL500 Recall: Handlebar lock screw may loosen and detach
NHTSA campaign 26V500000 · Steering · filed Jul 30, 2026 · verified Aug 7, 2026
The defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017-2023, 2025 CMX500, 2017-2023, 2025-2026 CMX300, and 2025 Honda SCL500 motorcycles. The handlebar lock screw may loosen and detach.
The risk
A detached screw may lodge between the frame and stem, interfering with steering and 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
Dealers will replace the lock screw and apply thread lock, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 21, 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.
Affected vehicles
Related recalls
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 26V500000 (manufacturer number KUO). Data last verified Aug 7, 2026.