Honda CB500 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 3 owner complaints and 2 safety recalls on file for the Honda CB500, across 3 model years (2013–2015). The 2014 model year has the most complaints (2). The most reported problem area overall is engine.
Honda CB500 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No CB500 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2014 CB500: 2 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2015 CB500: 1 complaint, 2 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 CB500 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Power Train | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Structure | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Honda CB500 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 CB500 | 1 | 2 | — | Engine | |
| 2014 CB500 | 2 | 2 | — | Power Train | |
| 2013 CB500 | 0 | 1 | — | — |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Honda CB500 years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2014 (2), 2015 (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 CB500?
Engine, with 1 complaint across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the Honda CB500 have?
2 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.