Honda CBR300R Problems by Year
NHTSA has 11 owner complaints and 4 safety recalls on file for the Honda CBR300R, across 6 model years (2015–2021). The 2015 model year has the most complaints (5). The most reported problem area overall is engine.
Honda CBR300R years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No CBR300R model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2015 CBR300R: 5 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2016 CBR300R: 4 complaints, 1 recall
- 2018 CBR300R: 1 complaint, 1 recall
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 CBR300R problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 8 | 3 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Power Train | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Wheels | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Honda CBR300R model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 CBR300R | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2020 CBR300R | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2018 CBR300R | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Speed Control | |
| 2017 CBR300R | 1 | 0 | — | Engine | |
| 2016 CBR300R | 4 | 1 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2015 CBR300R | 5 | 2 | — | Engine |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Honda CBR300R years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2015 (5), 2016 (4), 2018 (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 CBR300R?
Engine, with 8 complaints across 3 model years.
How many recalls does the Honda CBR300R have?
4 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.