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NHTSA Recall 22V662000: Software (engine and engine cooling)

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,561 vehicles. It affects 2020–2021 Honda CRF1100 Africa Twin.

1,561
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2022
owners notified (October 6)
NHTSA campaign22V662000
Manufacturer campaignKN8
ComponentENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › ENGINE › ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM) › SOFTWARE
Report receivedSeptember 1, 2022
Owner notificationOctober 6, 2022
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

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.

Safety risk

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

Remedy

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.

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.nhtsa.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 22V662000

Make and modelModel years
Honda CRF1100 Africa Twin2020, 2021

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.