Honda CRF300L Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Feb 25, 2026 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 2 owner complaints and 1 safety recall on file for the Honda CRF300L, across 2 model years (2021–2023). The 2023 model year has the most complaints (1). The most reported problem area overall is engine.

Peak: 2021, with 1 complaints
2021: 1202112023: 120231

n = 2 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Honda CRF300L years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No CRF300L model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2023 CRF300L: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
  2. 2021 CRF300L: 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 CRF300L problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Engine110

All Honda CRF300L model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2023 CRF300L10—Unknown or Other
2021 CRF300L11—Engine

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Frequently asked questions

Which Honda CRF300L years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2023 (1), 2021 (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 CRF300L?

Engine, with 1 complaint across 1 model year.

How many recalls does the Honda CRF300L have?

1 safety recall across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.