Honda CBR650 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 1 owner complaint and 1 safety recall on file for the Honda CBR650, across 2 model years (2014–2015). The 2014 model year has the most complaints (1). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
Honda CBR650 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No CBR650 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2014 CBR650: 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 CBR650 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Honda CBR650 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 CBR650 | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2014 CBR650 | 1 | 1 | — | Electrical System |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Honda CBR650 years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2014 (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 CBR650?
Electrical System, with 1 complaint across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the Honda CBR650 have?
1 safety recall across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.