American Honda is recalling several model years of its recent Rebel 300, Rebel 500, and SCL 500 motorcycles due to an issue with the handlebar lock screw. On affected models, this screw can apparently loosen due to incorrect fastener torquing procedures at the factory. If it becomes loose, it can fall down between the frame and the steering stem, which could then interfere with steering and increase the risk of a crash.
Approximately 43,913 individual motorcycles across multiple models and model years (which I'll detail below) are included in this recall. This represents 100 percent of the population, according to Honda's records.
