2025 Honda Cb1000sp problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Suspension (1) · Power Train (1) · Engine (1)
Safety recalls (3)
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings 2026-03-26 · campaign 26V194000 · 429 vehicles
Defect: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2025 CB1000SP motorcycles. The fuel feed hose may disconnect from the fuel tank, causing a fuel leak.
Risk: A fuel leak near the rear tire can increase the risk of a crash or injury. In addition, a fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will secure the angle sensor coupler wiring harness and replace the fuel hose, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 20, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is KU5. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 4, 2026.
Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:hard Parts Internal/Mechanical 2025-12-18 · campaign 25V892000 · 474 vehicles
Defect: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2025 CB1000SP motorcycles. The pistons and piston rings may have been improperly manufactured, which can lead to rod bearing failure, possibly resulting in rear wheel lock up or oil leaking onto the rear tire.
Risk: Rear wheel lockup increases the risk of a crash or injury. Engine oil that leaks onto hot exhaust components increases the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and repair the engine assembly as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed February 9, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated December 30, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is KT6. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning January 7, 2026.
Power Train:clutch Assembly:pedal/Hand Lever(Motorcycle) 2025-10-23 · campaign 25V723000 · 340 vehicles
Defect: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2025 CB1000SP Hornet SP motorcycles. The pivot bolt on the gearshift pedal may loosen and detach, resulting in the inability to shift gears. As such, these motorcycles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 123, "Motorcycle Controls and Displays."
Risk: The inability to shift gears while riding increases the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix: Dealers will replace the pivot bolt, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 1, 2025. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is KT2. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 28, 2025.
What owners report
2026-09-09 · Engine“engine has oil consumption, honda has a recall for this defect told us in august 2026 should have a remedy and is september 2026 and no remedy available yet in their recall can be dangerously drive this motorcycle they supposed repair or replace the whole engine component it’s dangerous can be fatality to drive it…”
2026-06-25 · Power Train · 2,100 mi“the contact owned a 2025 honda cb1000 sp. the contact stated that the transmission intermittently failed to downshift properly. the contact stated that the failure occurred since the motorcycle was purchased. the contact stated that while attempting to downshift, the transmission shifted into neutral instead of the intended lower gear or failed to …”
2025-09-30 · Suspension“subject: suspension defect report — rear shock spring rate / stability hazard to whom it may concern, i am submitting a safety defect report concerning my 2025 honda hornet sp1000. the motorcycle is equipped with öhlins suspension, and from new, the rear suspension has exhibited unsafe behavior due to an inappropriate spring rate. safety-related…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.