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2024 Honda CBR650R problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just one complaint on file for the 2024 Honda CBR650R — 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.

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NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

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Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2024 compare to other CBR650R years?

CBR650R NHTSA complaints by model year, 2024 highlighted2 complaints2020: 0 complaints2021: 0 complaints2023: 2 complaints2024: 1 complaints2025: 0 complaints2026: 1 complaints
CBR650R NHTSA complaints by model year, 2024 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2024 Honda CBR650R problems?

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Does the 2024 Honda CBR650R have recalls?

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

25V911000Electrical SystemDecember 23, 2025 · 2,155 units

Defect

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2024-2025 CBR650R motorcycles. Engine vibration may cause the turn signal switch wire harness to become damaged, which can cause an electrical short circuit and blown fuse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Consequence

A blown fuse will cause a loss of turn signal, brake light, speedometer, and horn function, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and repair the turn signal switch wire harness as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 9, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is KT7. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on January 8, 2026.

25V107000TransmissionFebruary 20, 2025 · 507 units

Defect

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2024 CB650R and CBR650R motorcycles. The fasteners of the gear shift arm may loosen and detach, resulting in the inability to shift gears.

Consequence

The inability to shift gears while riding increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the gear shift arm, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 31, 2025. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is KR7.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“My motorcycle, which has presented constant failures with the e clutch system since the beginning of the purchase in October 2024 to the present date, having reported this many times to the dealership RAZEE Motorcycle Center. At first it was thought it could be solved with the recall by HONDA…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · September 2, 2025

2024 Honda CBR650R — common questions

Is the 2024 Honda CBR650R reliable?

The record is thin — 1 NHTSA complaint — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 2 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2024 Honda CBR650R have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2024 Honda CBR650R. 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.