More Than 3,000 ADV160 Honda Units Have Been Recalled, This Is The Main Problem

JAKARTA American Honda Motor Company officially submitted a recall to the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), after a potential serious problem was found at the ADV160 oil pump.

Reporting from Rideapart, Thursday, April 10, the problem stems from the oil pump driving component that is experiencing abnormal gear viscosity. If left unchecked, this condition can cause machines to jam to increase the risk of accidents or serious injuries to motorists.

A total of about 3,316 ADV160 units are included in the recall list, or about two percent of the total population of this model in the US market. The affected stickers were produced between March 22, 2023, and November 6, 2024.

From Honda's internal report, there are two main causes of damage, namely the curvature of the gear driving the oil pump and the deformation due to the component cooling process.

Honda has informed the dealer network about this issue since March 2025. Furthermore, the company will send a notification letter to the affected unit owners starting May 2025. In the letter, the owner will be directed to immediately schedule a visit to the official Honda Powerports dealer to make repairs for free.

Similar problems were previously reported in several countries, including Thailand. As of March 21, 2025, Honda has received 28 guarantee claims in the US. However, until March 19, 2025, there have been no reports of injuries or deaths caused by this damage.