repaired · 2026 Q3
Electrical system: motorcycle handlebar switch pod left/right
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.
2025 Honda CRF1100Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 4 owner complaints about the 2025 Honda CRF1100, most often about the service brakes. It is covered by 3 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-583 the manufacturer reports only 46% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through August 29, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2025 Honda CRF1100 has problems
4 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
3Service brakes
1Electrical system
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Service brakes | 3 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
3 recalls
2025 Honda CRF1100 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Engine: oil/lubrication
Risk. Oil on the rear tire may cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Electrical system: software
Risk. An engine stall or loss of power can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Honda.
Best & worst years
2025 vs. every other CRF1100 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the CRF1100 median. How we score
'20'21'22'24'25
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What CRF1100 owners report
Recent service brakes complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
I own a 2025 Honda Africa Twin 1100 DCT with approximately 7,300 miles. The rear brake pads became completely worn down to the metal pad-wear indicator clips. According to maintenance personnel at MotorWorld in El Cajon, CA, the root cause was the rear brake caliper failing to retract to its…
I own a 2025 Honda Africa Twin 1100 DCT with approximately 7,300 miles. The rear brake pads became completely worn down to the metal pad-wear indicator clips. The rear brake caliper was pushing the brake pads into the brake rotor/disc, resulting in severe metal-on-metal grinding and extremely loud…
I own a 2025 Honda Africa Twin 1100 DCT with approximately 7,300 miles. The rear brake pads became completely worn down to the metal pad-wear indicator clips. The rear brake caliper was pushing the brake pads into the brake rotor/disc, resulting in severe metal-on-metal grinding and extremely loud…
Own a 2025 CRF1100?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.