NHTSA Recall 21V249000: Structure
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 89 vehicles. It affects 2021 Honda CBR1000RR.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V249000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | KL9 |
| Component | STRUCTURE |
| Report received | April 8, 2021 |
| Owner notification | June 7, 2021 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2021 CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP motorcycles. The rear cushion connecting plate(s) may have been installed incorrectly, which may cause the plate(s) to break.
Safety risk
Broken plate(s) may cause a sudden drop to the vehicle height, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace both rear cushion connecting plates free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 7, 2021. Owners may contact Honda Powersports customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is KL9.
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 21V249000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Honda CBR1000RR | 2021 |
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.