The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·25V892000·Announced 2025-12-18

Honda CB1000SP pistons may fail causing rear wheel lockup or oil leak

Honda is recalling certain 2025 CB1000SP motorcycles because improperly manufactured pistons and piston rings can lead to rod bearing failure, rear wheel lockup, or oil leaking onto the rear tire.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: Rubric level 4 covers structural vehicle defects: internal engine failure can lock the rear wheel of a motorcycle, which is a loss of control rather than a degraded function.

Plain-English summary

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2025 CB1000SP motorcycles. About 474 units are potentially affected.

The pistons and piston rings may have been improperly manufactured, which can lead to rod bearing failure, possibly resulting in rear wheel lock up or oil leaking onto the rear tire.

NHTSA states that rear wheel lockup increases the risk of a crash or injury, and that engine oil leaking onto hot exhaust components increases the risk of a fire.

Dealers will inspect and repair the engine assembly as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on February 9, 2026, with additional letters once the remedy is available. Owners may contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
HONDA CB1000SP
Brand
HONDA
Manufacturer
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Category
Vehicle — Engine
Hazard
Affected units
474

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • CB1000SP

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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