HONDA CB1000SP · model year

2025 HONDA CB1000SP

1 NHTSA complaints, and 2 active recalls for this specific cohort.

NHTSA overall rating

Not crash-tested

New Car Assessment Program

The 2025HONDACB1000SP carries 1 consumer safety complaint in NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation database for this specific model-year cohort. Within that volume, owners reported 0 crashes, 0 fires, 1 injury, and 0 fatalities. No NCAP 5-star crash-test rating is available for this model year in the federal database.

Component-level analysis is where model-year complaints become actionable: the top complaint category for the 2025 CB1000SP is suspension with 1 filings. Concentration in one or two component groups is the classic signature of a systemic defect; a flat distribution usually reflects normal aging, warranty complaints, or isolated build-plant variability. This model year has 2 active recall campaigns, which means the manufacturer is obligated to remedy the covered defect at no charge for the life of the vehicle — the full NHTSA campaign numbers are listed below.

NHTSA currently has 77 investigation files overlapping the 2025 CB1000SP, and 9 remain open. Owners comparing this cohort against neighboring years should pair the counters above with the complaint-by-year trend on the parent model page — a spike in a single year often tracks to a platform refresh, a new transmission supplier, or an updated ECU calibration. Use the related-complaint feed below to read raw owner narratives before deciding whether any pattern here affects your specific use case.

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Complaints
0
Crashes
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Fires
1
Injuries
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Deaths

Total Complaints

1 filings

Crashes Reported

0 reports

Source

NHTSA ODI

Federal complaints database

Complaints vs. fleet median (215)

At or below the fleet median complaint volume.

Complaints by Component

ComponentCount
SUSPENSION1

Recalls (2)

25V72300023/10/2025

POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY:PEDAL/HAND LEVER(MOTORCYCLE)

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

25V89200018/12/2025

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL

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.

Recent Complaints

20250930SUSPENSION

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 issues observed: The rear shock frequently tops out and unloads over standard road bumps, causing instability and momentary loss of traction. Tire temperature measurements after a long ride confirm a load imbalance: rear tire 99 °F (underheated), front tire 124 °F (overheated). This indicates the rear suspension is not carrying proper load, forcing excessive stress onto the front end. The motorcycle becomes unpredictable mid-corner and during throttle transitions because the rear fails to remain planted. The resulting instability poses a clear risk to rider safety on normal public roads. I weigh approximately 150 pounds, and at th

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NHTSA Investigations 9 Open

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many complaints does the 2025 HONDA CB1000SP have?
The 2025 HONDA CB1000SP has 1 NHTSA complaints, 0 crashes, 0 fires, 1 injuries, and 0 deaths reported.
Are there any recalls for the 2025 HONDA CB1000SP?
Yes, the 2025 HONDA CB1000SP has 2 recall(s). The most common affected component is POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY:PEDAL/HAND LEVER(MOTORCYCLE). Recalls are issued by NHTSA and manufacturers must provide a free remedy.
What are the most common problems with the 2025 HONDA CB1000SP?
The most-complained component for the 2025 HONDA CB1000SP is SUSPENSION with 1 complaints. Other frequently reported areas include various components.
Is the 2025 HONDA CB1000SP safe to buy?
Review the complaint history, crash and fire reports, safety ratings, and recall status on this page to make an informed decision. No NHTSA crash test rating is available for this model year. Compare with other model years using the links above.
Where does this data come from?
All complaint, recall, and safety rating data is sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Complaints are filed by vehicle owners through NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation.

Vehicle Safety Guides

Data as of 2025. Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) complaints database, NHTSA recall campaign API, NHTSA NCAP crash-test ratings, and NHTSA FARS for fatality cross-reference.