NHTSA Recall 15V821000
NHTSA Campaign Id 15V821000; Date: Dec. 7, 2015
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.
Recalled Vehicles:
2010 Honda Vfr1200f; 2012 Honda Vfr1200f; 2013 Honda Vfr1200f
Component: Power Train:driveline:universal Joint
Manufactured by: Honda (american Honda Motor Co. )
Affected Units:: 1,825
Recall Summary:
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.
How to 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.
Recall Notes:
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.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Dec 29, 2015
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