NHTSA (USA)Critical
2016–2025 HONDA METROPOLITANNHTSA Campaign #24V825000
The official notice
Defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2016-2025 Metropolitan scooters. An improper seal between the transmission case and left-side crankcase may allow transmission fluid to leak.
Safety Risk
A transmission fluid leak can cause the driveshaft bearings to fail, causing a sudden loss of drive power and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and repair the transmission case as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 30, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is KR0.
23,483 vehicles affectedMfr ref: KR0Updated June 10, 2026