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2005 Honda CBR600RR problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just one complaint on file for the 2005 Honda CBR600RR — 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.

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NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

1

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2005 compare to other CBR600RR years?

CBR600RR NHTSA complaints by model year, 2005 highlighted7 complaints2003: 3 complaints2004: 7 complaints2005: 1 complaints2006: 4 complaints2007: 1 complaints2008: 3 complaints2009: 0 complaints2010: 0 complaints2011: 0 complaints2012: 2 complaints2013: 3 complaints2014: 0 complaints2015: 0 complaints2016: 0 complaints2017: 0 complaints2018: 0 complaints2019: 3 complaints2020: 0 complaints2024: 0 complaints2025: 1 complaints2026: 2 complaints
CBR600RR NHTSA complaints by model year, 2005 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2005 Honda CBR600RR problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Tires & Wheels1100%

Does the 2005 Honda CBR600RR have recalls?

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

14E012000OtherApril 1, 2014 · 2,827 units

Defect

Ohlins Racing AB (Ohlins) is recalling certain steering dampers kits manufactured with an incorrectly machined bracket. These dampers were sold for use as aftermarket equipment on Yamaha R1, R6, and FZ6, Suzuki TL1000 R and GSX1300R, Honda CB600RR, and Ducati Monster 1000, 748, 848, 916, 996, and 998 motorcycles. Also included are universal steering damper kits with part numbers SD 000 through SD 005. The affected brackets may crack.

Consequence

If there is a crack in the steering bracket, at low speeds it may cause the steering to lock, leading to personal injury or a crash.

Remedy

Ohlins will notify the distributors and provide their customers with a new bracket. The recall began in November 2013. Owners may contact Ohlins USA at 1-828-692-4525. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 13E-034.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“COMPLAINT REGARDING A DEFECT IN THE RIM OF THE REAR TIRE ON THE HONDA CBR600RR. *MR WHILE RIDING THE MOTORCYCLE IT APPEARED TO DROP DOWN AND THE BIKE FLIPPED END OVER END. UPON LATER INSPECTION IT APPEARED THAT A FOUR TO FIVE INCH CHUCK OF METAL BROKE FROM THE EDGE OF THE REAR TIRE RIM. *NM”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Tires & Wheels · August 3, 2005 · crash

2005 Honda CBR600RR — common questions

Is the 2005 Honda CBR600RR 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 2005 Honda CBR600RR have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2005 Honda CBR600RR. 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.