Recall 22V061 affects 331 2021 Honda CBR1000RR motorcycles for an oil-cooler-pipe rupture risk. Stay below 5,000 RPM in 1st gear until free repair.
Honda is recalling 331 2021 CBR1000RR motorcycles under recall 22V061 because the exhaust pipe can overheat and melt the oil cooler pipe, causing it to rupture. A ruptured oil cooler pipe can leak oil onto the exhaust pipe or rear tire and raise the risk of a fire, crash, or injury; the Honda dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The exhaust pipe on the 2021 Honda CBR1000RR carries hot exhaust gases away from the engine. The oil cooler outlet pipe carries engine oil away from the cooler after the oil sheds heat. Those parts sit close enough that heat shielding matters.
On affected motorcycles, heat radiating from the exhaust pipe can build up under certain riding conditions, especially when the rider follows another vehicle. That heat can reach the oil cooler pipe and melt it. If the pipe ruptures, engine oil can leak from the engine area.
There is no warning sign before failure. A rider has reported smoke from the engine area while riding and oil dripping after pulling over, but those are signs the problem has already reached the leak stage.
Who's affected?
| 2021 Honda CBR1000RR | Manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 331 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2021 Honda CBR1000RR motorcycle is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorcycle is included.
What's the safety risk?
A ruptured oil cooler pipe can leak oil onto the exhaust pipe or rear tires, increasing the risk of fire, crash, or injury. Until repaired, keep the motorcycle below 5,000 RPM in 1st gear, as Honda instructs. Repair will be free at any franchised Honda dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2021 Honda CBR1000RR is included in this recall.
- Watch for Honda's second remedy letter before scheduling the dealer repair.
- Avoid riding above 5,000 RPM in 1st gear until the recall repair is complete.
- Call Honda customer service at 1-866-784-1870 with questions and reference recall number 22V061 (Honda recall KN3) when you call.
- Schedule the free oil-cooler-pipe replacement and heat-guard installation with a franchised Honda dealer once Honda opens the remedy; this repair keeps the overheated exhaust from rupturing the oil cooler pipe.
What happens at the repair
Until Honda opens the final dealer repair, follow the interim riding limit: do not ride the motorcycle above 5,000 RPM in 1st gear. Once the remedy is available, a Honda technician will replace the oil cooler pipe and install a heat guard between the exhaust pipe and oil cooler pipe. Parts and labor will be free under the recall. If you already paid for this repair, Honda's recall reimbursement plan covers eligible documented expenses. Keep repair receipts and contact Honda customer service about the claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| February 3, 2022 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| February 3, 2022 | Dealer notification began |
| March 1, 2022 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| March 1, 2022 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| April 8, 2022 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 22V061?
Recall 22V061 covers 331 2021 Honda CBR1000RR motorcycles with an exhaust pipe that can overheat under certain riding conditions. Heat can melt and rupture the oil cooler pipe, leaking oil onto the exhaust pipe or rear tire and increasing fire, crash, or injury risk. Honda dealers will make the repair for free once it is available.
What should I do if my 2021 Honda CBR1000RR is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorcycle is included in recall 22V061. If it is, call a franchised Honda motorcycle dealer and reference recall 22V061 or Honda recall KN3. Until the repair is complete, do not ride above 5,000 RPM in 1st gear.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Honda dealers will replace the oil cooler pipe and install a heat guard between the exhaust pipe and oil cooler pipe free of charge once the remedy is available.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is oil leakage after the overheated exhaust pipe damages the oil cooler pipe. Oil on the exhaust pipe raises fire risk, and oil on the rear tire raises crash and injury risk. Follow Honda's riding limit until the recall repair is complete.
When were owners notified about recall 22V061?
Honda mailed owner notification letters on April 8, 2022. The notice explains the recall and the interim riding limit. Honda's filing says a second letter will be sent once the remedy is available, and owners can ask Honda customer service at 1-866-784-1870 about repair timing.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/22V061000 |
|---|---|
| Honda customer service | 1-866-784-1870 |
| NHTSA recall # | 22V061 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 22V061000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →