The 1978 Honda CX500 has 2 recalls, both addressing the same issue: a cam chain guide bolt inside the engine that can loosen and break, causing sudden power loss or, in some cases, a seized engine.
When the bolt fails, the cam chain guide loses its anchor point, which can disrupt valve timing and stall the engine while riding. In more severe cases the engine can jam entirely, leaving the motorcycle unable to move under its own power.
At a glance
What can fail
The bolt securing the engine cam chain guide can loosen and break, causing the engine to lose power and potentially jam.
What the fix does
No remedy description available.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
The bolt securing the engine cam chain guide may loosen and break, causing the engine to lose power and potentially jam.
What the fix does
No remedy description available.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
