The worst 2020 Honda CRF1100 problems
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Recalls 2
Electrical system: motorcycle handlebar switch pod left/right
- What is wrong
- Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020-2022 and 2024-2025 CRF1100 Africa Twin motorcycles. The left handlebar switch harness may corrode due to oxidation, resulting in the loss of horn function or the ability to switch the headlight from low beam to high beam. As such, these motorcycles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- Risk
- The inability to use the horn or switch the headlight from low beam to high beam can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the left handlebar switch assembly, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 20, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1‑866‑784‑1870. Honda's number for this recall is KS8. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on beginning September 12, 2025.
Recall number 25V583000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline: fuel injection system
- What is wrong
- Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2022 and 2024-2025 CRF1100 Africa Twin motorcycles. A software error in the fuel injection electronic control unit (FI-ECU) may cause an engine stall or a loss of power when the Wheelie Control feature is activated.
- Risk
- An engine stall or loss of power can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will reprogram the FI-ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 15, 2025. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1‑866‑784‑1870. Honda's number for this recall is KR1.
Recall number 24V882000 · Recall details
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Is the 2020 Honda CRF1100 reliable?
Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2020 Honda CRF1100.
What is the most common problem with the 2020 Honda CRF1100?
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How many recalls does the 2020 Honda CRF1100 have?
2 recalls, covering electrical system and fuel system, gasoline.
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