Recall 15V821000 — POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:UNIVERSAL JOINT Defect in 2010-2013 HONDA VFR1200F
RECALL This recall affects up to 1,825 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 15V821000 |
| Manufacturer | Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) |
| Vehicles Affected | 1,825 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:UNIVERSAL JOINT |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
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.
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