Serious riskCPSC
Honda off-road motorcycles recalled for handlebar clamp crash risk
The handlebar clamp on certain 2025–2026 Honda CRF250R, CRF250RX, CRF250RWE, CRF450R, CRF450RX, and CRF450RWE off-road motorcycles can unexpectedly loosen, causing the handlebar to rotate without warning. This can lead to loss of control and a serious crash.
From the CPSC notice · Read the official notice ↗ · All Honda recalls
What to do
- Stop riding the motorcycle immediately.
- Find your VIN on the left side of the steering head and check it against the recall list at https://powersports.honda.com/recalls.
- Contact an authorized Honda Powersports dealer to schedule a free inspection and handlebar clamp replacement.
- Do not ride the motorcycle until the repair is complete.
Is yours affected?
Compare your label or packaging with the recalled product.
- Product
- Model Year 2025-2026 CRF250R/RX/RWE and CRF450R/RX/RWE Off-Road Motorcycles
- Sold at
- Authorized Honda Powersports dealers nationwide from June 2024 through March 2026 for between $8,900 and $13,200.
- Sold in
- Nationwide
- Made for
- Adults
Photos from the CPSC
Details
- Units affected
- About 12,600 (In addition, about six were sold in Canada)
- Injuries reported
- The firm has received one report of a crash. No injuries have been reported.
- Illnesses reported
- None reported
- Fix
- Repair
- Manufactured in
- Japan
- Company contact
- American Honda Motor toll-free at 866-784-1870 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or online at https://powersports.honda.com and click on "Recalls" at the top of the page for more information or at https://powersports.honda.com/recalls.
- Recall number
- 26458
In the CPSC's words
- Description
- This recall involves model year 2025-2026 Honda off-road motorcycles with model numbers CRF250R/RX/RWE or CRF450R/RX/RWE. The model number can be found on the front of the bike in white letters. The white Honda logo is printed on both sides of the back of the motorcycle. The motorcycles have a red chassis. The vehicle identification number (VIN) can be found on the left side of the steering head on all models. Consumers can check if their VIN is included in the recall at https://powersports.honda.com/recalls.
- Hazard
- The handlebar's clamp can unexpectedly cause the handlebar to rotate, posing a risk of serious injury or death due to a crash hazard.
- Remedy
- Consumers should stop using the recalled off-road motorcycles immediately and contact an authorized Honda Powersports dealer to schedule an appointment for a free inspection and if necessary, a replacement of the handlebar's clamp at the dealer's location.