No complaints are listed for the 2018 Honda CMX500. NHTSA's API and bulk file list none in this build.
Data build 2026-10-09.
NHTSA lists this vehicle as HONDA CMX500.
Model-generated complaint tags: No complaints are listed for tagging.
Recalls
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1 recalls.
Date: 2026-07-30. Systems: STEERING.
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.
Consequence: A detached screw may lodge between the frame and stem, interfering with steering and increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the lock screw and apply thread lock, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 29, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is KU8. 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.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Manufacturer communications
11 manufacturer communications.
Communications by system| System | Count |
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| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 9 |
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| EQUIPMENT | 4 |
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| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 2 |
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| EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 1 |
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| STEERING | 1 |
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10163452
Date: 2019-07-30. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE.
Followup Notice - In May 2018, we notified you of an Emission Recall involving the EVAP canister charge hose on your 2017 or 2018 CMX300/A or CMX500/A - Rebel motorcycle. At the time, we advised owner's of the following: Honda has determined that a defect related to emissions regulations exists in a
10143244
Date: 2018-07-17. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Customer letter - Honda has determined that a defect related to emissions regulations exists in all model 2017, and certain model year 2018 Honda CMX300/A and CMX500/A - Rebel motorcycles. The fuel vapor permeation of the EVAP canister charge hose exceeds the federal permeation standards. An updated
10143374
Date: 2018-07-17. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Customer letter - Honda has determined that a defect related to emissions regulations exists in all model 2017, and certain model year 2018 Honda CMX300/A and CMX500/A - Rebel motorcycles. The fuel vapor permeation of the EVAP canister charge hose exceeds the federal permeation standards. An updated
10143224
Date: 2018-07-12. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT.
Dealer message - Please be advised that repair parts for this campaign are now available on open order with a line item restriction of one.
10143357
Date: 2018-07-12. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Dealer message - Please be advised that repair parts for this campaign are now available on open order with a line item restriction of one.
10142668
Date: 2018-06-14. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Service bulletin - Honda is launching an EMISSION RECALL of all 2017, and certain 2018 CMX300/A and CMX500/A motorcycles to replace the EVAP canister charge hose with an updated part. The canister charge hose exceeds the federal fuel vapor permeation standard.
10139577
Date: 2018-05-25. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE.
Dealer message - The Service Bulletin in support of the EMISSION RECALL for model year 2017 and 2018 CMX300 and CMX500 - Rebel motorcycles to replace the EVAP canister charge hose is posted on iN.
10139578
Date: 2018-05-25. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, EQUIPMENT.
Service bulletin - Honda is launching an EMISSION RECALL of all 2017, and certain 2018 CMX300/A and CMX500/A motorcycles to replace the EVAP canister charge hose with an updated part. The canister charge hose exceeds the California and federal fuel vapor permeation standard.
10139564
Date: 2018-05-14. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, EQUIPMENT, EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY.
Service bulletin - Honda is launching an EMISSION RECALL on model year 2017 through 2018 CMX300 (AC type*) and CMX500 (AC type*) motorcycles to replace a defective Evaporative Emission Canister Charge Hose. The fuel vapor permeation of the Canister Charge Hose exceeds the EPA emission regulation.
10139565
Date: 2018-05-14. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, EQUIPMENT.
Dealer message - Honda is launching an EMISSION RECALL on model year 2017 through 2018 CMX300/A (AC type*) and CMX500/A (AC type*) motorcycles to replace the Evaporative Emission Canister Charge Hose. The fuel vapor permeation of the Evaporative Emission Canister Charge Hose exceeds the EPA emission