2020 Honda CMX500 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jul 30, 2026 · 0 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other CMX500 years
Not enough data 5th of 8 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

NHTSA has received no owner complaints about the 2020 Honda CMX500 so far. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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2020 Honda CMX500 recalls (2)

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Steering:critical fasteners; steering: steering wheel/handle barJul 30, 2026 · NHTSA campaign 26V500000 · 43,913 vehicles

Problem: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017-2023, 2025 CMX500, 2017-2023, 2025-2026 CMX300, and 2025 Honda SCL500 motorcycles. The handlebar lock screw may loosen and detach.

Risk: A detached screw may lodge between the frame and stem, interfering with steering and increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Fix: Dealers will replace the lock screw and apply thread lock, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 29, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is KU8. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 26V146. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning August 4, 2026.

Exterior lightingMay 24, 2021 · NHTSA campaign 21V382000 · 28,528 vehicles

Problem: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Super Cub C125, CB500X, CB650R, CBR300R, CBR500R, CBR650R, Rebel 300, Rebel 500, Monkey, 2020 CRF250L, GROM, 2021 CRF300L, and CB500F motorcycles. The rear reflector lens may not reflect brightly enough. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Risk: A dim rear reflector may reduce the visibility of the motorcycle to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Fix: Dealers will replace the rear reflector, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 7, 2021. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is KM3.

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.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2020 Honda CMX500?

NHTSA has no owner complaints on file yet.

Was there a recall on the 2020 Honda CMX500?

Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2020 Honda CMX500 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other CMX500 model years, the 2020 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.