Vehicle recallDVSA
Honda Motorcycles Montesa MTR301P, Montesa MTR260P and Montesa MST250P recalled over a safety defect
On affected motorcycles the left side of the engine may have insufficient oil supply. Do not ride motorcycle any further until checked and engine replaced if necessary.
Check your product
Only vehicles within the listed VIN ranges or build dates are covered. A franchised dealer can confirm from your VIN.
3 identifiers listed for this notice.
Montesa MTR301P
- Build datesThe build or first registration date is on the V5C.
- 16/09/2022 – 25/01/2023
- Manufacturer referenceThe manufacturer’s own campaign number. Quote it to the dealer.
- 3P2 & 3P3
Montesa MTR260P
- Build dates
- 20/09/2022 – 10/11/2022
- Manufacturer reference
- 3P2 & 3P3
Montesa MST250P
- Build dates
- 14/10/2022 – 18/11/2022
- Manufacturer reference
- 3P2 & 3P3
What to do now
The manufacturer has launched a safety recall for Honda Motorcycles Montesa MTR301P, Montesa MTR260P and Montesa MST250P.
- Check whether your vehicle is affected using its registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer.
- Contact a franchised dealer to book the free repair.
- Keep the manufacturer’s recall letter if you receive one, and update your address on the V5C so future letters reach you.
Why it matters. Manufacturers must report safety defects to the DVSA and contact registered keepers of affected vehicles.
Repairs and costs
You should not pay for a safety recall repair. Book it with a franchised dealer for the make and take your V5C or registration number.
If you have already paid for a repair to fix the same defect, ask the manufacturer whether it will reimburse you.
From the official notice
Published by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (R/2024/361). Quoted as issued.
Summary
On affected motorcycles the left side of the engine may have insufficient oil supply. Do not ride motorcycle any further until checked and engine replaced if necessary.
Defect
On affected motorcycles the left side of the engine may have insufficient oil supply. Do not ride motorcycle any further until checked and engine replaced if necessary.
Remedy
On affected motorcycles remove left side engine cover and inspect oil galleries for blockage.
Models
Montesa MTR301P, Montesa MTR260P, Montesa MST250P
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Questions
Why are Honda Motorcycles Montesa MTR301P, Montesa MTR260P and Montesa MST250P being recalled?
The manufacturer has launched a safety recall for Honda Motorcycles Montesa MTR301P, Montesa MTR260P and Montesa MST250P. Manufacturers must report safety defects to the DVSA and contact registered keepers of affected vehicles.
How do I know if my vehicle is affected?
Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker or ask a franchised dealer, who can check your VIN against the manufacturer’s campaign. The VIN ranges and build dates published by the DVSA are listed on this page.
What should I do now?
Check whether your vehicle is affected using its registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer. Contact a franchised dealer to book the free repair.
Will the repair cost anything?
You should not pay for a safety recall repair. Book it with a franchised dealer for the make and take your V5C or registration number. If you have already paid for a repair to fix the same defect, ask the manufacturer whether it will reimburse you.