Recall 15V821000

POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:UNIVERSAL JOINT

Report Date
20151207
Component
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:UNIVERSAL JOINT
Affected Vehicles
3 models

Defect Description

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.

Safety Consequence

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.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2010 HONDA VFR1200F
2012 HONDA VFR1200F
2013 HONDA VFR1200F

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.