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2010-2013 Honda VFR1200F recall: universal joint

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) reported this safety recall on December 7, 2015. It covers about 1,825 vehicles.

vehicles affected
1,825
reported
Dec 7, 2015
owners notified
Dec 29, 2015
related complaints
3

Power train: driveline: universal joint

What is wrong
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.

Recall number 15V821000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 3 complaints about transmission problems.

Questions about recall 15V821000

Is there a recall on the 2010-2013 Honda VFR1200F universal joint?

Yes. Recall 15V821000, reported on December 7, 2015, covers about 1,825 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 15V821000?

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.

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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