NHTSA Recall 14V056000: Engine and engine cooling
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 6,954 vehicles. It affects 6 models including the Honda CB500F.
| NHTSA campaign | 14V056000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | JD7 |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING |
| Report received | February 14, 2014 |
| Owner notification | March 11, 2014 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety risk
Without a bolt, the engine will have reduced power which may result in a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
Notes
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 14V056000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Honda CB500F | 2013 |
| Honda CB500FA | 2013 |
| Honda CB500X | 2013 |
| Honda CB500XA | 2013 |
| Honda CBR500R | 2013 |
| Honda CBR500RA | 2013 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.