# Honda (American Honda Motor Co.): Loose Handlebar Lock Screw May Detach and Interfere with Steering (26V146000)

**Recall Urgency Score:** 45/100

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) |
| Subject | Loose Handlebar Lock Screw May Detach and Interfere with Steering |
| NHTSA ID | 26V146000 |
| Manufacturer campaign | KUO |
| Recall type | Vehicle |
| Component | STEERING |
| Units potentially affected | 19406 |
| Do not drive | No |
| Park outside | No |
| Defect | Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2025 CMX300, CMX500, and CL500 motorcycles. The handlebar lock screw may loosen and detach. |
| Consequence | A detached screw may lodge between the frame and stem, interfering with steering and increasing the risk of a crash or injury. |
| Remedy | Dealers will replace the lock screw and apply thread lock, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 15, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is KUO. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 21, 2026. |

## Why this score
- Safety-critical component (steering).
- 19,406 units affected.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recalls, via data.transportation.gov (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V146000). Last refreshed: 2026-11-03T18:08:10.172Z.
Recall data comes from NHTSA and is summarized automatically; check the official notice and VIN lookup before acting. Informational only.