The 2021 Honda CBR1000RR (Fireblade) has 3 recalls, including a rear suspension defect on Fireblade SP models where an incorrectly installed connecting plate can break suddenly, dropping the rear of the bike and destabilizing handling mid-ride.
The exhaust system can overheat under certain riding conditions, which may melt an adjacent oil cooler pipe. The resulting oil leak creates two hazards: oil reaching a hot exhaust surface can ignite, and oil dripping onto the rear tire can cause a sudden loss of grip and control. On the drivetrain side, the gear shift lever pivot bolt can loosen under a hard upshift, break, and leave the rider unable to shift gears at all.
At a glance
What can fail
The exhaust pipe can overheat during certain riding conditions. This heat may melt the oil cooler pipe nearby, causing oil to leak.
What the fix does
Honda will replace the oil cooler pipe and install a heat guard between the exhaust and oil cooler pipe to prevent future overheating damage.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
The rear shock connecting plate may not be correctly installed. This plate can break suddenly while riding, causing the motorcycle to drop in height and affecting stability and control.
What the fix does
Honda dealers will inspect both rear shock connecting plates and replace them if they are not correctly installed.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The pivot bolt holding the gear shift lever can loosen during hard upshifts. If it breaks, the shift lever falls off and you cannot change gears.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the pivot bolt and apply thread locking compound to prevent it from loosening.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
