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2019 Honda CB500X problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just one complaint on file for the 2019 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.

1

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2019 compare to other CB500X years?

CB500X NHTSA complaints by model year, 2019 highlighted1 complaint2013: 1 complaints2019: 1 complaints2020: 0 complaints2021: 0 complaints
CB500X NHTSA complaints by model year, 2019 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2019 Honda CB500X problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Engine1100%

Does the 2019 Honda CB500X have recalls?

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

21V690000BrakesSeptember 2, 2021 · 262 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

A brake fluid leak can reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 HONDA CB500X. THE CONTACT STATED HE DISCOVERED OIL RESIDUE UNDERNEATH THE WATER PUMP. THE CONTACT STATED THAT NO WARNING LIGHTS WERE ILLUMINATED IN RELATION TO THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT HAD YET TO TAKE THE VEHICLE TO BE DIAGNOSED OR SERVICED FOR THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · September 15, 2020

2019 Honda CB500X — common questions

Is the 2019 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 2019 Honda CB500X have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2019 Honda CB500X. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Related

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

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.