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2017 Honda CBR1000RR problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 5 complaints on file for the 2017 Honda CBR1000RR — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 2 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work. Reports tied to this model year include 2 deaths, per the complaint records themselves.

5

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

0

Investigations

2

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

2

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2017 compare to other CBR1000RR years?

CBR1000RR NHTSA complaints by model year, 2017 highlighted19 complaints2004: 11 complaints2005: 4 complaints2006: 4 complaints2007: 2 complaints2008: 19 complaints2009: 5 complaints2010: 2 complaints2011: 0 complaints2012: 0 complaints2013: 1 complaints2014: 0 complaints2015: 0 complaints2016: 0 complaints2017: 5 complaints2018: 1 complaints2019: 0 complaints2021: 0 complaints2025: 1 complaints
CBR1000RR NHTSA complaints by model year, 2017 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2017 Honda CBR1000RR problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Fuel System240%
Speed Control240%
Engine120%

Does the 2017 Honda CBR1000RR have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

24V864000Fuel SystemNovember 15, 2024 · 40,481 units

Defect

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2007, 2009-2017 CBR600RR, 2008-2017, 2021 CBR1000RR, and 2010, 2012-2013 VFR1200 motorcycles. The fuel pump impellers may have been improperly molded, which can cause them to deform and result in fuel pump failure.

Consequence

Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pump module as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 3, 2025. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's numbers for this recall are KR2, KR3, KR4 and KR5. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 24V-113.

17V681000Fuel SystemOctober 26, 2017 · 2,443 units

Defect

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017 Honda CBR1000RR and CBR1000RR SP motorcycles. There may be a gap between the fuel tank cap seal and the fuel filler neck which can allow water to enter the fuel tank.

Consequence

If water enters the gas tank, the engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank cap. If water has gotten into the fuel tank, the affected components will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on December 22, 2017. Owners may contact 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is KH7.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“TL* THE CONSUMER CALLED ON BEHALF OF HER SON WHOM WAS THE DRIVER/OWNER. THE CONSUMER STATED THAT HER SON WAS INVOLVED IN A FATAL ACCIDENT WHILE RIDING HIS 2017 HONDA CBR 1000. THE CONSUMER STATED PER THE POLICE REPORT THE MOTORCYCLE WA STUCK IN 3RD GEAR, THE RIDER WAS TRAVELING UP A RAMP AS THE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Speed Control · November 7, 2018 · crash

“TL* THE CONSUMER CALLED ON BEHALF OF HER SON WHOM WAS THE DRIVER/OWNER. THE CONSUMER STATED THAT HER SON WAS INVOLVED IN A FATAL ACCIDENT WHILE RIDING HIS 2017 HONDA CBR 1000. THE CONSUMER STATED PER THE POLICE REPORT THE MOTORCYCLE WA STUCK IN 3RD GEAR, THE RIDER WAS TRAVELING UP A RAMP AS THE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · November 7, 2018 · crash

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 HONDA CBR1000RR. WHILE RIDING THE MOTORCYCLE AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, IT FAILED TO ACCELERATE. IN ADDITION, AN ABNORMAL NOISE WAS HEARD COMING FROM THE ENGINE BLOCK. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE MOTORCYCLE WAS TAKEN TO CAPITAL POWERSPORTS (10920 STAR RD,…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · July 14, 2018

2017 Honda CBR1000RR — common questions

Is the 2017 Honda CBR1000RR reliable?

The record is thin — 5 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 2 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2017 Honda CBR1000RR have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2017 Honda CBR1000RR. 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.