Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) – ABS Modulator May Leak Brake Fluid

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 CB500X and CBR500R ABS motorcycles. Excessive grease in the ABS modulator may collect debris, which can get stuck in the check valve and cause a brake fluid leak.


Report Received Date 09/02/2021
NHTSA ID 21V690000
Consequence Summary A brake fluid leak can reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action Dealers will inspect the lot number on the ABS modulator, and replace the modulator as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 12, 2021. Owners may contact Honda Powersports customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is KM6.
Recall Code KM6
Potentially Affected 262
Fire Risk When Parked No
Do Not Drive No
Recall Link Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=21V690000)