2015 HONDA CBR300R — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
N/A
Safety Rating
8
Owner Complaints
2
Recalls
1
Service Bulletin
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2015 HONDA CBR300R
The 2015 HONDA CBR300R has received a total of 8 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 2 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY:RELAY. 1 technical service bulletin have been issued by Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Engine (5 complaints), Power Train (2 complaints), and Wheels (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2015 HONDA CBR300R
NHTSA has recorded 2 recalls for the 2015 HONDA CBR300R, potentially affecting up to 58,592 vehicles.
Recall 16V528000 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
| 11,424 vehicles affected
Defect: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 CBR300RA, CBR300R and CB300F motorcycles. The affected motorcycles may have an improperly machined crankshaft which may result in the failure of the connecting rod bearing retainer.
Consequence: If the connecting rod bearing retainer fails, the engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the crankshaft assembly, free of charge. The recall began on August 26, 2016. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is KB9.
View full details →Recall 15V439000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY:RELAY
| 47,168 vehicles affected
Defect: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 ST1300PA, 2014-2015 CB500, CBR500, CRF250L, CBR650, CTX700, NSS300, VT750, VT1300, 2015 CB300F, CBR300, CBR600, and 2014-2016 NC700 motorcycles. In the affected motorcycles, sealant may have been incorrectly applied to the starter relay switch, and as a result, the electrical system may have a loss of power.
Consequence: A loss of electrical power may cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace any affected starter relay switch, free of charge. The recall began on August 31, 2015. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is JS9 and JT0.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2015 HONDA CBR300R
8 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2015 HONDA CBR300R. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Train | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
IM HAVING TROUBLES WITH DOWNSHIFTING, THE CLUTCH IS FINE AND WAS TOLD THE FRONT SPOCKET SEEMS SUPER LOOSE. I HAVE TO ROCK IT TO GET IT INTO FIRST. I WAS RIDING THE OTHER DAY AND OUT OF KNOW WHERE MY BIKE SHUTS OFF IN THE MIDDLE OF A SHIFT DOIN 45 IN 5TH. SO I DONE ALIL REASEARCH AND THERE WAS A RECALL ON WHAT I'M EXPERIENCING, CAN YOU PLEASE HELP
IM HAVING TROUBLES WITH DOWNSHIFTING, THE CLUTCH IS FINE AND WAS TOLD THE FRONT SPOCKET SEEMS SUPER LOOSE. I HAVE TO ROCK IT TO GET IT INTO FIRST. I WAS RIDING THE OTHER DAY AND OUT OF KNOW WHERE MY BIKE SHUTS OFF IN THE MIDDLE OF A SHIFT DOIN 45 IN 5TH. SO I DONE ALIL REASEARCH AND THERE WAS A RECALL ON WHAT I'M EXPERIENCING, CAN YOU PLEASE HELP
WHILE RIDING HOME ON THE HIGHWAY I HEARD A LOUD POP. FELT LIKE THE BACK TIRE WAS LOCKING UP ON ME. ONCE I GOT OFF THE MOTORCYCLE SMOKE WAS COMING FROM THE ENGINE.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 HONDA CBR300R. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V528000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING). HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 HONDA CBR300R. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS SERVICED PER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V528000 (ENGINE). SINCE THE REPAIR, WHEN THE CONTACT SWITCHED GEARS OR WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS PLACED IN NEUTRAL, THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE SHOOK AND THE WHEEL RUBS AGAINST THE VEHICLE. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 18,050.
Safety Rating for the 2015 HONDA CBR300R
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2015 HONDA CBR300R in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2015 HONDA CBR300R
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) has issued 1 technical service bulletin (TSBs) for the 2015 HONDA CBR300R. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
MC - The Wrench — WHEELS
Honda technician newsletter - Wheel Stripe Installation at Set-Up
NHTSA Investigations for the 2015 HONDA CBR300R
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the HONDA CBR300R
- 2015 HONDA CBR300R (current)
- 2016 HONDA CBR300R — 6 complaints
- 2017 HONDA CBR300R — 1 complaint
- 2018 HONDA CBR300R — 1 complaint
- 2019 HONDA CBR300R — 0 complaints
- 2020 HONDA CBR300R — 0 complaints
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