Honda CN250 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 5 owner complaints and 1 safety recall on file for the Honda CN250, across 4 model years (1996–2007). The 1996 model year has the most complaints (4). The most reported problem area overall is engine and engine cooling.
Honda CN250 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No CN250 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 1996 CN250: 4 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2004 CN250: 1 complaint, 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 CN250 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Honda CN250 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 CN250 | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2006 CN250 | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2004 CN250 | 1 | 0 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | |
| 1996 CN250 | 4 | 0 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Honda CN250 years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 1996 (4), 2004 (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 CN250?
Engine and Engine Cooling, with 3 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Honda CN250 have?
1 safety recall across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.