2013 Honda CB500X problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just one complaint on file for the 2013 Honda CB500X — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

NHTSA complaints

Recalls

Investigations

Crash-involved

Fires reported

Injuries

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2013 compare to other CB500X years?

CB500X NHTSA complaints by model year, 2013 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2013 Honda CB500X problems?

Component	Complaints	Share	vs prior year
Airbags	1	100%	new

Does the 2013 Honda CB500X have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

14V056000EngineFebruary 14, 2014 · 6,954 units

Defect

Honda is recalling certain model year 2013 CB500 (FA, F, XA, X) and CBR500 (RA, R) motorcycles. The rocker arm shaft retaining bolts may have been manufactured incorrectly resulting in the bolts loosening during engine operation. A loose bolt will initially result in a slow leak of engine oil, but if not addressed, the bolt can come out of the cylinder head entirely.

Consequence

Without a bolt, the engine will have reduced power which may result in a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rocker arm shaft retaining bolts, free of charge. The recall began on March 11, 2014. Owners may contact Honda Customer Service at 1-866-784-1870.

2013 Honda CB500X — common questions

Is the 2013 Honda CB500X reliable?

The record is thin — 1 NHTSA complaint — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2013 Honda CB500X have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2013 Honda CB500X. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.

How does 2013 compare to other CB500X years?

What are the most common 2013 Honda CB500X problems?

Does the 2013 Honda CB500X have recalls?

2013 Honda CB500X — common questions

Is the 2013 Honda CB500X reliable?

Does the 2013 Honda CB500X have recalls?

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