The 2021 Honda CRF1100 Africa Twin has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (2 reports).
2021 Honda CRF1100 Africa Twin recalls
Software glitch can stall engine or cut drive power
A software error in the engine control unit on certain 2020-2021 Honda CRF1100 Africa Twin motorcycles with a dual-clutch transmission can disconnect the controller area network communication and release the clutch.
Most common 2021 Honda CRF1100 Africa Twin problems
Problem areas named in the 4 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 2 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 2 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 |
What owners report
The fuel guage hits empty after only 3 gallons with a 5gal tank, did not do this when I first bought it, started after about 1200 miles on a long road trip. The TFT resets on its own, mileage for a tank will read for instance 22mi. when it should be 140-ish. It has reset while riding and on occasion between turning off ignition and restarting. At what point does this affect the automatic trans mission? The DCT is shifting up into 6th before 30mph creating a bog down situation. The resets also happen while operating on the road, just not when stopped.
This concerns a Honda motorcycle with a Dual Clutch Transmission (aka, automatic). This motorcycle has had an NHTSA recall for my specific issue (see below [22V-622 JPH added 01Jun2023]) and has had the recall performed. The issue prompting the recall is still happening to me and others who have had the recall performed. The engine sometimes stalls when given gas after idling (for me, it has always been idling for at least 30 seconds). When it happens, it happens the instant that I turn the throttle (the motorcycle doesn't even move). The hotter the ambient temperature, the more likely it is to happen. This issue has happened 6 times in the last 700 miles. It has only happened to me when i
The TFT Touchscreen has failed multiple time. Sometimes it blackouts so I cannot see what speed I am going or my tachometer. Recently it stopped responding to my touch input. This is an issue worldwide with any Honda Africa Twin 202X - to present. If it has a TFT screen they have this issue. There are forums upon forums about this exact issue, we are all waiting patiently for Honda to announce a recall. I am out of warranty so it would cost me upwards of 3K USD to fix this issue which is 100% a manufacturer defect from factory.
While overpassing a slow moving truck doing about 45 MPH on a 2-lane highway, I accelerated to overtake the vehicle. Just before pulling in front of the truck I experienced a total loss of propulsion. I thought I had a broken chain. I quickly looked and discovered the chain was intact. I could rev the engine, but it would not go in gear. This is a Dual-Clutch transmission model. Unable now to overtake the truck and with traffic oncoming, I retreated to the shoulder on the far side of the road. The engine remained at a fast idle, but unable to get it in gear, I shutoff the engine. When I restarted the computer, I could not start the engine because now it was stuck in 3rd gear. After multiple
2021 Honda CRF1100 Africa Twin questions
Does the 2021 Honda CRF1100 Africa Twin have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2021 Honda CRF1100 Africa Twin: Software glitch can stall engine or cut drive power. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Honda CRF1100 Africa Twin?
Based on 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (2), Fuel/Propulsion System (2), Electrical System (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2021 Honda CRF1100 Africa Twin has been fixed?
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