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Motorcycle Recall - Honda Recall

By Walter F. Kern

NHTSA Campaign ID:  15V821000
Component:  Power Train
Manufacturer:  Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Recall Date: 12/07/2015
Potential Number of Units Affected: 1,825
Defect 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.
Consequence Summary:
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.
Corrective Summary:
Honda will be notify owners, and dealers will replace the driveshaft, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in December 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.

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