Driveline: universal jointRecall 15V-821 · 2010–2013 Honda VFR1200f
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) recall 15V-821 covers 1,825 2010–2013 Honda VFR1200f for a driveline: universal joint problem, reported to NHTSA on December 7, 2015. The manufacturer's latest report (2017 Q1) shows 64% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 15V821000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
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.
The 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.
The fix
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.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
64%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 20 vehicles were listed as unreachable.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from December 3, 2009 to December 12, 2012. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.