Honda CBR250R Problems by Year
NHTSA has 19 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Honda CBR250R, across 3 model years (2011–2013). The 2012 model year has the most complaints (11). The most reported problem area overall is engine.
Honda CBR250R years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No CBR250R model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2012 CBR250R: 11 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2011 CBR250R: 6 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2013 CBR250R: 2 complaints, 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 CBR250R problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 15 | 3 | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Power Train | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Honda CBR250R model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 CBR250R | 2 | 0 | — | Engine | |
| 2012 CBR250R | 11 | 0 | — | Engine | |
| 2011 CBR250R | 6 | 0 | — | Engine |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Honda CBR250R years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2012 (11), 2011 (6), 2013 (2). 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 CBR250R?
Engine, with 15 complaints across 3 model years.
How many recalls does the Honda CBR250R have?
0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.