2006 Honda CBR1000RR recalls and problems

The 2006 Honda CBR1000RR has 2 safety recalls and 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Honda dealer.

Recalls
2
Complaints
4
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2006 Honda CBR1000RR vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2006 Honda CBR1000RR recalls

Recall 07V-576: Fuel System, Gasoline

Reported Dec 17, 2007 · 25,422 vehicles affected · HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.)

Problem: Certain motorcycles have an improper welded vent pipe in the bottom of the fuel tank. Due to vibration the improperly welded tanks may crack and drip fuel.

Risk: Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel tank free of charge. The recall began on december 7, 2007. Owners may contact honda at 866-784-1870.

Recall 06V-270: Equipment

Reported Jul 26, 2006 · 1,190,000 vehicles affected · HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.)

Problem: On certain passenger vehicles and motorcycles, the owner's manuals contain incorrect contact information for the national highway traffic safety administration's (Nhtsa) vehicle safety hotline.

Risk: The language in the owner's manuals is not in accordance with the current mandatory requirements.

Fix: Honda will send a postcard to dealers and owners with the correct NHTSA vehicle safety hotline information and with instructions to insert the card into the "reporting safety defects" section of the owner's manual. The recall began on august 2, 2006. Owners may contact honda at 1-800-999-1009, acura at 1-800-382-2238 or honda motorcycles at 1-866-784-1870.

2006 Honda CBR1000RR problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Fuel System, Gasoline2
Power Train1
Engine and Engine Cooling1

Most reported parts

  • Power Train › Manual Transmission — 1
  • Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly — 1
  • Engine and Engine Cooling › Exhaust System — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 1,250 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2006 Honda CBR1000RR complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Engine and Engine Cooling · at 25 miles · reported Dec 19, 2007
The tail pipe is located under the seat and exits behind the taillight, when riding the exhaust rotates onto the rider and into the helmet after about two hours of riding I've have headaches and smell of exhaust from this. I've taken the motor cycle to the dealer twice and haven't fixed the problem. I have a honda cbr1000 rr . After the first time I took it to be check out, the dealer said they rode it but after checking the mileage from the drop off time to picking it up. They took it about 2 miles . Then after taking it back to try out. I called to complain again and the service manager said…
Power Train · at 1,250 miles · reported Apr 6, 2007
The contact owns a 2006 honda cbr1000rr. At 75 MPH and in sixth gear the vehicle produced a high pitched whining noise. The contact was headed to the dealer when the noise occurred, which has been within the last 150 miles. The weather conditions were sunny and dry. The current and failure mileage were 1,250.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2006 Honda CBR1000RR have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2006 Honda CBR1000RR: 07V-576 (fuel system, gasoline), 06V-270 (equipment). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2006 Honda CBR1000RR?

Owners report fuel system, gasoline problems most often (2 reports), followed by power train (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 1,250 miles.

Are Honda recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Honda dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.