CarRecallWatchThe 2025 Honda CRF1100 has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes (3 reports).
2025 Honda CRF1100 recalls
Horn and high beam may fail on Africa Twin bikes
The left handlebar switch harness on certain Honda CRF1100 Africa Twin motorcycles may corrode from oxidation.
Oil leak onto rear tire can cause loss of control
A crankcase sealing bolt on certain motorcycles may have been improperly manufactured, allowing the engine to leak oil onto the rear tire.
Engine may stall or lose power when Wheelie Control is on
A software error in the fuel injection electronic control unit can cause the engine to stall or lose power when the Wheelie Control feature is activated.
Most common 2025 Honda CRF1100 problems
Problem areas named in the 4 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 3 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
What owners report
I own a 2025 Honda Africa Twin 1100 DCT with approximately 7,300 miles. The rear brake pads became completely worn down to the metal pad-wear indicator clips. According to maintenance personnel at MotorWorld in El Cajon, CA, the root cause was the rear brake caliper failing to retract to its original position after braking. This caused the pads to remain pressed against the rotor while riding, continuously wearing down the pads and rotor. The pads were eventually ground down to the clips, causing severe metal-on-metal contact, grinding, and extremely loud brake squealing. The issue occurred approximately 1.5 weeks ago. There were no warning lights, warning messages, or electronic warnings in
I own a 2025 Honda Africa Twin 1100 DCT with approximately 7,300 miles. The rear brake pads became completely worn down to the metal pad-wear indicator clips. The rear brake caliper was pushing the brake pads into the brake rotor/disc, resulting in severe metal-on-metal grinding and extremely loud brake squealing. The issue occurred approximately one and a half weeks ago. There were no warning lights, warning messages, or other electronic warnings indicating that the rear brakes were experiencing excessive wear or a potentially dangerous condition. The condition created a significant safety hazard and resulted in multiple near-miss situations. The motorcycleâs braking performance was sev
I own a 2025 Honda Africa Twin 1100 DCT with approximately 7,300 miles. The rear brake pads became completely worn down to the metal pad-wear indicator clips. The rear brake caliper was pushing the brake pads into the brake rotor/disc, resulting in severe metal-on-metal grinding and extremely loud brake squealing. The issue occurred approximately one and a half weeks ago. There were no warning lights, warning messages, or other electronic warnings indicating that the rear brakes were experiencing excessive wear or a potentially dangerous condition. The condition created a significant safety hazard and resulted in multiple near-miss situations. The motorcycleâs braking performance was sev
The contact owns a 2025 Honda CRF1100 Motorcycle. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V583000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted, but the motorcycle was not repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact stated that the horn, turn signals, and the high and low beam headlights were inoperable. The failure mileage was 6,000.
2025 Honda CRF1100 questions
Does the 2025 Honda CRF1100 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2025 Honda CRF1100: Horn and high beam may fail on Africa Twin bikes; Oil leak onto rear tire can cause loss of control; Engine may stall or lose power when Wheelie Control is on. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2025 Honda CRF1100?
Based on 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes (3), Electrical System (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2025 Honda CRF1100 has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.