CarRecallWatch- Component
- POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:UNIVERSAL JOINT
- Problem
- Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2010, 2012 and 2013 VFR1200F and VFR1200FD motorcycles. Manufacturing or assembly errors may result in the affected motorcycles having driveshaft universal joint bearings that may prematurely wear which can cause the universal joint to separate or break.
- Risk
- If the universal joint separates, the motorcycle would stall. If the universal joint breaks, it may interfere with the swing arm and lock the rear wheel. Either condition could increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Honda will be notify owners, and dealers will replace the driveshaft, free of charge. The recall began on December 29, 2015, however parts may not be available until mid-2016. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-800-999-1009. Honda's number for this recall is JW2.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
Some motorcycles have driveshaft universal joint bearings that may wear out early because of a manufacturing or assembly error. Over time the universal joint can separate or break. If it separates, the motorcycle may stall. If it breaks, it can interfere with the swing arm and lock the rear wheel. Either condition could increase the risk of a crash.
Honda will notify owners, and authorized dealers will replace the driveshaft free of charge. The recall began on December 29, 2015, but parts may not be available until mid-2016. You can contact Honda customer service at 1-800-999-1009, referencing recall number JW2.
Check your motorcycle's VIN for open recalls, and do not ignore the notice when your dealer contacts you about the free repair.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Honda VFR1200F | 201020122013 |
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