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NHTSA Recall 20V797000: Tank assembly (fuel system)

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,690 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Honda CRF1000L.

2,690
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2021
owners notified (February 4)
NHTSA campaign20V797000
Manufacturer campaignKL4
ComponentFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › STORAGE › TANK ASSEMBLY
Report receivedDecember 17, 2020
Owner notificationFebruary 4, 2021
Initiated byNHTSA Office of Defects Investigation

Defect

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Africa Twin Adventure Sports (CRF1000L) and 2020 Africa Twin Adventure Sports (CRF1100L) motorcycles. Contaminants inside the fuel tank may cause the fuel filter to clog, possibly resulting in an engine stall.

Safety risk

An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

Remedy

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will drain and clean the fuel tank, and replace the fuel filter assembly, free of charge. The recall began on February 4, 2021. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is KL4.

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.

Vehicles covered by recall 20V797000

Make and modelModel years
Honda CRF1000L2018, 2019
Honda CRF1100L2020

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.