Safety Recall NHTSA · 21V690000 Reported September 2, 2021

Abs modulator may leak brake fluid

Q: What is recall 21V690000?

NHTSA recall 21V690000 was issued by Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) on September 2, 2021. It addresses: Abs modulator may leak brake fluid. The recall affects approximately 262 vehicles , with the defect involving the N/A component.

Q: Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls . NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

Q: How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) · N/A · 262 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

21V690000

Manufacturer Campaign

KM6

Manufacturer

Honda (american Honda Motor Co.)

Component

N/A

Vehicles Affected

262

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

September 2, 2021

Completion Rate

36.26

Defect Summary

Honda (american honda motor co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 cb500x and cbr500r abs motorcycles. excessive grease in the abs modulator may collect debris, which can get stuck in the check valve and cause a brake fluid leak.

Safety Consequence

A brake fluid leak can reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect the lot number on the abs modulator, and replace the modulator as necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed november 12, 2021. owners may contact honda powersports customer service at 1-866-784-1870. honda's number for this recall is km6.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) dealer and reference recall ID 21V690000 or campaign KM6.
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

View Official NHTSA Notice →

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FAQ: Recall 21V690000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 21V690000?

NHTSA recall 21V690000 was issued by Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) on September 2, 2021. It addresses: Abs modulator may leak brake fluid. The recall affects approximately 262 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Honda (american Honda Motor Co.) dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 21V690000 or the manufacturer campaign number KM6. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.