NHTSA recall 21V-249 (21V249000)
structure recall reported April 8, 2021 - about 89 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 21V249000
- Also written as
- 21V-249
- Manufacturer number
- KL9
- Reported
- April 8, 2021
- Vehicles affected
- ~89
- Component
- structure
What is being recalled
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.
Why it is dangerous
Broken plate(s) may cause a sudden drop to the vehicle height, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
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.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 21V-249 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.