Engine Stall or Loss of Drive from Software Error
Recall Information
| Manufacturer | Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) |
|---|---|
| NHTSA ID | 22V662000 |
| Report Received Date | 9/1/2022 |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING |
| Vehicles Affected | 1,561 |
| Completion Rate | 68.67% |
| Recall Category | Vehicle |
| Software Recall | Yes |
| OTA Update | No |
Description
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020-2021 CRF1100 Africa Twin motorcycles equipped with a dual-clutch transmission (DCT). A software error in the engine control unit (ECU), may disconnect the controller area network (CAN) communication and release the clutch, which can result in an engine stall or a loss of drive power.
Issue
An engine stall or a loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Consequence Summary
An engine stall or a loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Corrective Action
Dealers will update the ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 6, 2022. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is KNB.
