HONDA 2013 HONDA CB500FA Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2013 HONDA CB500FA
Brand
HONDA
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2013
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013 HONDA CB500FA vehicles due to engine and engine cooling issues. Without a bolt, the engine will have reduced power which may result in a stall, increasing the risk of a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Honda is recalling certain model year 2013 CB500 (FA, F, XA, X) and CBR500 (RA, R) motorcycles. The rocker arm shaft retaining bolts may have been manufactured incorrectly resulting in the bolts loosening during engine operation. A loose bolt will initially result in a slow leak of engine oil, but if not addressed, the bolt can come out of the cylinder head entirely.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
Without a bolt, the engine will have reduced power which may result in a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
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.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026