Honda is recalling certain 2022 and 2024-2025 CRF1100 Africa Twin motorcycles

Nov 21, 2024 — Recall Campaign #24V882000

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2022 and 2024-2025 CRF1100 Africa Twin motorcycles. A software error in the fuel injection electronic control unit (FI-ECU) may cause an engine stall or a loss of power when the Wheelie Control feature is activated.

The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 4,205 units affected.

See recall notice

NHTSA Safety Recall Notice

24V882000

Manufacturer:	Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Recall date:	November 21, 2024
NHTSA Campaign #:	24V882000
Units affected:	4,205

Description:: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2022 and 2024-2025 CRF1100 Africa Twin motorcycles. A software error in the fuel injection electronic control unit (FI-ECU) may cause an engine stall or a loss of power when the Wheelie Control feature is activated.
Consequeces:: An engine stall or loss of power can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Corrective action:: Dealers will reprogram the FI-ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 15, 2025. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is KR1.
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 nhtsa.gov.

Affects the following:

2020-2025 HONDA CRF1100

2025 HONDA CRF1100 Complaints
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 original position after braking. This caused the pads to remain pressed against the rotor while riding, continuously wearing down the pads and rotor. The pads were eventually ground down to the clips, causing severe metal-on-metal contact, grinding, and extremely loud brake squealing. The issue occurred approximately 1.5 weeks ago. There were no warning lights, warning messages, or electronic warnings indicating excessive brake wear or a potentially dangerous condition. This created a significant safety hazard and resulted in multiple near-miss situations. The motorcycle’s braking performance was severely affected, and my braking distance increased by approximately three times the normal distance. The motorcycle was inspected and repaired by MotorWorld in El Cajon, CA. Separately, the maintenance manager at Del Amo Motorsports in Chula Vista, CA, stated that it is “very rare that rear brakes go out before the front, ESPECIALLY at 7,300 miles.” I can provide photographs, dealership documentation, and the removed brake components for inspection. The original dealership also reported the issue to Honda. I believe this is a serious safety concern because the rear brake caliper failed to retract properly, causing severe premature brake and rotor wear without warning. The resulting loss of braking performance substantially increased stopping distance and created multiple near misses. A similar unexpected failure could significantly increase the risk of a crash, serious injury, or death.;