2019 Honda CB300R Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other CB300R years
- Not enough data 1st of 8 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2019 Honda CB300R. That is the most of any CB300R model year in the database (8 years). The most reported problem area is power train (2 complaints, 67%). There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 3owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2019 Honda CB300R problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 2 | 67% | — | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 33% | — | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 33% | 1,600 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 33% | 1,600 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2019 Honda CB300R recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Exterior lighting:headlights
Problem: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2025 CB300R motorcycles. The headlights may flicker or shut off while driving.
Risk: Loss of headlight illumination can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix: Dealers will replace the headlight assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 27, 2025. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is KS0.
Power train:manual transmission
Problem: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019 CB300R, 2018 CBR300R, 2018 CRF250L, 2018 CRF250L Rally, and 2018-2019 CMX300 motorcycles. The circlip, on the transmission's main shaft, may detach allowing for gear misalignment.
Risk: A misaligned gear can shift the transmission from neutral into gear during engine start, potentially resulting in unexpected motorcycle movement or seize the transmission and rear wheel while the motorcycle is in motion. Both conditions increase the risk of crash or injury.
Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission main shaft, free of charge. The recall began July 8, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is KK3.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
I am submitting a complaint regarding a 2019 Honda CB300R with approximately 1,225 miles. This vehicle is subject to an open recall (NHTSA Recall 19V-412) involving a transmission mainshaft circlip that can detach and cause gear misalignment and shifting issues. Prior to service, the motorcycle…
I was riding thru a turn on my 2019 honda cb300r and when i started to accelerate out of it in 2nd gear it popped out of second and down into neutral causing me to lose traction and fall onto my left side. Luckily i walked away with only some road rash. I had the recall done, but something is still…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 HONDA CB300R MOTORCYCLE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V412000 (POWER TRAIN). THE CONTACT CALLED STATION PARK HONDA AT [redacted] (LOCATED AT 830 S 9TH ST, LOUISVILLE, KY 40203) AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE. THE…
Other Honda CB300R years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 CB300R | 0 | 1 |
| 2024 CB300R | 0 | 1 |
| 2023 CB300R | 0 | 1 |
| 2022 CB300R | 0 | 1 |
| 2021 CB300R | 0 | 1 |
| 2020 CB300R | 0 | 1 |
| 2019 | 3 | 2 |
| 2018 CB300R | 0 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Honda CB300R?
Owners most often report power train, engine, structure problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2019 Honda CB300R?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2019 Honda CB300R a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other CB300R model years, the 2019 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.