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2018 Honda CBR300R problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just one complaint on file for the 2018 Honda CBR300R — 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

1

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

1

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2018 compare to other CBR300R years?

CBR300R NHTSA complaints by model year, 2018 highlighted8 complaints2015: 8 complaints2016: 6 complaints2017: 1 complaints2018: 1 complaints2020: 0 complaints2021: 0 complaints
CBR300R NHTSA complaints by model year, 2018 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2018 Honda CBR300R problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Speed Control1100%

Does the 2018 Honda CBR300R have recalls?

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

19V412000TransmissionJune 4, 2019 · 3,898 units

Defect

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019 CB300R, 2018 CBR300R, 2018 CRF250L, 2018 CRF250L Rally, and 2018-2019 CMX300 motorcycles. The circlip, on the transmission's main shaft, may detach allowing for gear misalignment.

Consequence

A misaligned gear can shift the transmission from neutral into gear during engine start, potentially resulting in unexpected motorcycle movement or seize the transmission and rear wheel while the motorcycle is in motion. Both conditions increase the risk of crash or injury.

Remedy

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission main shaft, free of charge. The recall began July 8, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is KK3.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 HONDA PIONEER 1000. WHILE IDLING IN REVERSE AND DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL THE VEHICLE INADVERTENTLY REVERSED. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE STRUCK THE PERSON STANDING IN THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE AND COLLIDED WITH A SIDE-BY-SIDE UTILITY VEHICLE IT WAS ATTEMPTING TO TOW. THERE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Speed Control · October 5, 2019 · crash

2018 Honda CBR300R — common questions

Is the 2018 Honda CBR300R 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 2018 Honda CBR300R have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2018 Honda CBR300R. 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.