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2002-2005 Honda VFR800 recall: wiring

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) reported this safety recall on August 15, 2007. It covers about 6,952 vehicles.

vehicles affected
6,952
reported
Aug 15, 2007
owners notified
Nov 5, 2007
related complaints
17

Electrical system: wiring

What is wrong
On certain motorcycles, the front fairing sub-harness (section of the wiring harness) transfers the electrical grounding load of the headlights, front turn signals, instrument panel, and various relays to the main wiring harness via an 18-pin connector. Under certain conditions, the ground wire terminals inside the connector can overheat, resulting in melting of the connector and a loss of power to various circuits.
Risk
As a result, a loss of critical lighting or engine power could occur without warning, which could cause a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install a re-designed sub-harness. If damage is found, the main wiring harness will also be replaced free of charge. An interim letter was mailed to owners on september 26, 2007. Owners were re-notified on november 10, 2007, to take their motorcycles to dealers to have the parts installed. Owners may contact honda at 1‑866‑784‑1870.

Recall number 07V359000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 17 complaints about electrical problems.

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Questions about recall 07V359000

Is there a recall on the 2002-2005 Honda VFR800 wiring?

Yes. Recall 07V359000, reported on August 15, 2007, covers about 6,952 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 07V359000?

Dealers will install a re-designed sub-harness. If damage is found, the main wiring harness will also be replaced free of charge. An interim letter was mailed to owners on september 26, 2007. Owners were re-notified on november 10, 2007, to take their motorcycles to dealers to have the parts installed. Owners may contact honda at 1‑866‑784‑1870.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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