2012 Honda Cbr250r Problems
Shopping for a used 2012 Honda Cbr250r? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Based on 11 real NHTSA owner complaints, with Engine Problems the most reported area.
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This 2012 Honda Cbr250r has 11 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Engine Problems.
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Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2012 Honda Cbr250r has 11 owner complaints, 1 crash-related complaints, and 0 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Engine Problems. NHTSA reliability signal: Severe Issues.
- Make
- Honda
- Model
- Cbr250r
- Model year
- 2012
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 11
- Crash-related complaints
- 1
- Safety recall campaigns
- 0
- Top reported component
- Engine Problems
- Reliability signal
- Severe Issues
Common problems
Most common 2012 Honda Cbr250r problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Engine Problems
Unintended Acceleration
Fuel/Propulsion System
Complaint patterns center on Engine Problems, Unintended Acceleration, Fuel/Propulsion System. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Buyer verdict
Should you buy a used 2012 Honda Cbr250r?
The 2012 Honda Cbr250r shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase.
Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report.
Pre-purchase
What to check before buying a used 2012 Honda Cbr250r
Inspection Focus
- Inspect the engine thoroughly for any signs of issues.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for any reported engine or fuel system repairs.
- Have a mechanic inspect the motorcycle before purchase.
Before You Close the Deal
- Inspect the engine thoroughly for any signs of issues.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for any reported engine or fuel system repairs.
- Have a mechanic inspect the motorcycle before purchase.
Check the exact car
Shortlist with model-year data. Decide with the exact VIN.
Before buying a used 2012 Honda Cbr250r, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, theft checks, and open recalls for the exact vehicle.
AI verdict
What the complaint data suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
Based on 11 NHTSA complaints for the 2012 Honda CBR250R, issues appear concentrated in the engine, with some reports of unintended acceleration. The data is limited to a single model year and a small sample size, so patterns should be interpreted cautiously.
- All 11 complaints are for the 2012 model year.
- Engine problems account for the majority of complaints.
- Unintended acceleration is reported in 4 complaints.
- Engine Problems
- Unintended Acceleration
- Fuel/Propulsion System
Full breakdown
All 2012 Honda Cbr250r complaints by category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2012 Honda Cbr250r. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Problems | 11 | 1 | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
In their words
Real owner complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2012 Honda Cbr250r. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE ON A COUNTY ROAD, GOING STRAIGHT ABOUT 55 MPH, MY BACK WHEEL LOCKED UP, WITH NO WARNING. I WAS ABLE TO SAFELY PUSH IT OFF THE ROAD BUT THE BACK WHEEL WILL NOT TURN FOR ANY REASON AND THE CLUTCH IS ALSO EXTREMELY LOOSE NOW.
THE PART THAT IS CAUSING THIS PROBLEM IS A KNOWN SOFTWARE PROBLEM ON THE BIKE AND IT IS VERY DANGEROUS. THE BIKE IS STALLING AND CUTTING POWER WHILE I AM RIDING OR AT A STOP, IT SEEMS TO BE RANDOM. IT HAPPENS EVERY TIME I RIDE, HOWEVER, AND IS VERY DANGEROUS. THE OTHER NIGHT MY B…
MOTORCYCLE WILL STALL INADVERTENTLY AND WITHOUT WARNING WHEN SLOWING DOWN AND COMING TO A STOP SIGN OR STOP LIGHT. THIS WEEK, IT HAS HAPPENED TWICE. SEVERAL TIMES THE WEEK BEFORE AND I DOUBT I AM THE ONLY PERSON EXPERIENCING THIS BECAUSE THIS PROBLEM IS WELL DOCUMENTED ON YOUTU…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 HONDA CBR250R. WHILE DRIVING AT LOW SPEEDS, THE MOTOR SHUT OFF INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 5.
BASICALLY WHEN YOU DOWNSHIFT ON THE BIKE NO MATTER WHAT SPEED OR GEAR IT WILL JUST SHUT OFF EVEN WHEN THE CLUTCH IS PULLED IN. IT DOESN'T DO IT EVERY TIME BUT IT WILL HAPPEN AT LEAST ONCE EVERY TIME I RIDE. *JS
I WAS GOING AT ABOUT 30MPH IN MODERATE TRAFFIC ON MY MOTORCYCLE, AND HAD TO USE THE FRICTION ZONE ON THE CLUTCH A LOT. OCCASIONALLY, WHEN I DISENGAGE THE CLUTCH ALL THE WAY, AND ALSO CLOSE THE THROTTLE (TO NOT GIVE THE MOTORCYCLE ANY ADDITIONAL GAS), THE ENGINE WILL CUT OFF AND D…
2012 HONDA CBR 250. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO MOTORCYCLES FAILED TO START. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED THE SECOND OCCURRENCE, WHICH WAS SEPTEMBER 2012, THE MUFFLER FELL OFF THE BIKE, THE CONSUMER WAS INFORMED, THE MUFFLER MAY HAVE VIBRATED LOOSE. OCTOBER 5, 2012, THE MOTORC…
SLOWING DOWN DOWNSHIFTING THE ENGINE TURNS OFF AND ALL DASH DISPLAY DEAD. KEY OFF/ KEY ON ENGINE STARTS FINE. 2400KM HAS HAPPENED 5 TIMES. BIKE GOING TO SHOP FOR WARRANTY REPAIR. *TR
ENGINE SHUTS OFF WHEN DOWNSHIFTING OR GETTING READY TO TAKE OFF FROM STOP. *TR
WHEN COLD THE BIKE STARTS AND THEN THE IDLE INCREASES TO 4000-5000 RPM AND STAYS UNTIL THE THROTTLE IS OPENED AND CLOSED. NORMAL IDLE SHOULD BE 1500+/-. *TR
SINCE AROUND 550 MILES(MOTORCYCLE NOW HAS 637 MILES) MY MOTORCYCLE HAS BEEN INTERMITTENTLY STALLING WHILE PULLING IN CLUTCH TO DOWNSHIFT. I LET OFF OF THROTTLE, PULL IN CLUTCH TO DOWNSHIFT AND THE ENGINE WILL SHUT OFF. THIS HAS HAPPENED WHILE GOING ANYWHERE FROM 45-60 MILES AN HO…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2012 Honda Cbr250r.
Safety recalls
2012 Honda Cbr250r recalls
0 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2012 Honda Cbr250r. No recall campaigns are currently listed for this model year in the dataset, but VIN-level recall checks are still essential. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
No NHTSA recalls were found for this model year. Recalls can be added at any time — confirm open-recall status on the exact VIN or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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Questions
2012 Honda Cbr250r buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2012 Honda Cbr250r reliable?▾
Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 11 owner complaints, 1 crash-related complaints, and 0 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2012 Honda Cbr250r shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Honda Cbr250r?▾
#1: Engine Problems (11 complaints). #2: Unintended Acceleration (4 complaints). #3: Fuel/Propulsion System (2 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2012 Honda Cbr250r?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2012 Honda Cbr250r?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2012 Honda Cbr250r, NHTSA complaints include 1 crash-related reports and 0 fire reports out of 11 total complaints. 1 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2012 Honda Cbr250r have any recalls?▾
No NHTSA recall campaigns were found for the 2012 Honda Cbr250r in the current data. Always verify with a VIN check as recalls can be added at any time.
Should I buy a 2012 Honda Cbr250r?▾
The 2012 Honda Cbr250r shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report. Pay extra attention to Engine Problems during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Honda Cbr250r reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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