Honda CB250 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 4 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Honda CB250, across 4 model years (2001–2008). The 2008 model year has the most complaints (1). The most reported problem area overall is power train.
Honda CB250 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No CB250 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2008 CB250: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
- 2004 CB250: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
- 2003 CB250: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Honda CB250 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 2 | 2 | 0 |
All Honda CB250 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 CB250 | 1 | 0 | — | Unknown or Other | |
| 2004 CB250 | 1 | 0 | — | Power Train | |
| 2003 CB250 | 1 | 0 | — | Unknown or Other | |
| 2001 CB250 | 1 | 0 | — | Power Train |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Honda CB250 years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2008 (1), 2004 (1), 2003 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Honda CB250?
Power Train, with 2 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Honda CB250 have?
0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.