Recall 25V891 affects 1,337 2024-2026 Honda CBR600RR motorcycles for rod bearing failure. Repair will be free at Honda dealers once available.
Honda is recalling 1,337 2024-2026 CBR600RR motorcycles under recall 25V891 because an improperly manufactured cylinder head can lead to rod bearing failure. That failure can lock the rear wheel or let engine oil leak onto the rear tire and hot exhaust components, which raises the risk of a crash, injury, or fire; the Honda dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The cylinder block in the 2024-2026 Honda CBR600RR is the main engine casting that holds the cylinder bore, where the piston moves up and down. Its finished surface helps seal combustion pressure and control engine oil, so the engine can lubricate the moving parts without burning excess oil.
On affected motorcycles, the cylinder surface was not finished correctly during manufacturing. That defect can let the engine consume too much oil during normal operation. As the oil level falls below the required level, oil pressure drops, and the connecting rod bearing, the part that supports the rod as it spins on the crankshaft, can seize. A seized bearing can lead to rear wheel lock up or oil leaking onto the rear tire.
Owners can notice a low engine oil level or increased oil use during the recommended oil checks. Those inspection findings are the warning signs to take seriously.
Who's affected?
Covers the CBR600RR across the 2024, 2025, and 2026 model years, all tied to the same cylinder block component.
| 2024 Honda CBR600RR | Hard parts internal/mechanical |
|---|---|
| 2025 Honda CBR600RR | Hard parts internal/mechanical |
| 2026 Honda CBR600RR | Hard parts internal/mechanical |
| Units affected | 1,337 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorcycle is included.
What's the safety risk?
Rear wheel lockup increases the risk of a crash or injury. Engine oil leaking onto hot exhaust parts also raises the fire risk. Watch routine oil checks for low oil level or increased oil consumption, and schedule service promptly if your VIN is included. Repair will be free at any franchised Honda dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2024-2026 Honda CBR600RR is included in this recall.
- Watch for Honda's second owner letter, which will tell you when the final engine assembly repair is open.
- Contact a franchised Honda dealer once the remedy opens to schedule the free engine assembly replacement that addresses the rod-bearing failure risk.
- Bring the recall notice if Honda has mailed one. If not, reference recall number 25V891 when you call.
- Limit riding until the repair is complete, and stop riding if you see oil leaking onto the rear tire or hot exhaust components.
What happens at the repair
Honda mailed interim letters on February 9, 2026, and expects to send a second letter once the remedy opens in July 2026. At the dealer, a Honda technician will replace the engine assembly. The final dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under the recall. Honda used its standard reimbursement plan for this campaign. If you already paid for an engine related repair tied to this recall, keep your repair order, receipt, and payment documentation so Honda or the dealer can review the claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| December 12, 2025 | Dealer notification began |
|---|---|
| December 12, 2025 | Dealer notification ended |
| December 18, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
| February 16, 2026 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V891?
Recall 25V891 covers 1,337 2024-2026 Honda CBR600RR motorcycles with an improperly manufactured cylinder head. The defect can lead to rod bearing failure, rear wheel lockup, or engine oil leaking onto the rear tire. Honda dealers will replace the engine assembly for free.
What should I do if my 2024-2026 Honda CBR600RR is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorcycle is included in recall 25V891. If it is, contact a franchised Honda dealer and ask about the engine assembly replacement. Honda mailed interim safety letters on February 9, 2026, and the final repair notice is expected in July 2026.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Honda's remedy for recall 25V891 is a free engine assembly replacement at a franchised Honda dealer.
Is it safe to ride my Honda CBR600RR before the repair?
Honda's filing for recall 25V891 warns that rear wheel lockup increases crash or injury risk, and oil leaking onto hot exhaust components increases fire risk. The filing does not list a do-not-drive instruction. Confirm your VIN, then ask a Honda dealer for current repair timing and riding guidance.
When will Honda notify owners about recall 25V891?
Honda mailed interim letters about the safety risk on February 9, 2026. A second owner letter is expected in July 2026, once the engine assembly replacement is available. Keep your contact information current with Honda so the final repair notice reaches you.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V891000 |
|---|---|
| Honda customer service | 1-866-784-1870 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V891 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V891000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Report (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →