Engine and engine cooling: engine: oil/lubrication
- Component
- Engine and engine cooling: engine: oil/lubrication
- Manufacturer
- Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Vehicles affected
- 1,016
- Reported to NHTSA
- 2025-05-29
- Owners notified
- 2025-07-15
Defect description
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2024 XL750, 2025 CMX1100, and CRF1100 motorcycles. The crankcase sealing bolt may have been improperly manufactured, which can cause the engine to leak oil onto the rear tire.
Safety risk
Oil on the rear tire may cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will replace the crankcase sealing bolt, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2025. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is KS2.