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2020 Honda CRF1100 Africa Twin recalls
5 safety recall campaigns have been filed for the 2020 Honda CRF1100 Africa Twin with Transport Canada and the U.S. NHTSA. Here is what both agencies say.
- Canadian recalls
- 04
- U.S. recalls
- 01
- Total campaigns
- 05
Transport Canada recalls
04- Electrical#2025459
2,052 units affected
Issue: On certain motorcycles, the wiring harness for the left handlebar switch may not have been manufactured properly. As a result, the horn and/or the high beam headlight may not work. Safety Risk: A headlight that doesn't work properly could cause reduced visibility. A horn that doesn't work could prevent a rider from warning others of an unsafe situation. Both issues could increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: Honda will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your motorcycle to a dealership to replace the left handlebar switch housing.
- Engine#2022492
414 units affected
Issue: On certain motorcycles equipped with an automatic dual-clutch transmission (DCT) , incorrect programming in the engine control unit (ECU) may cause the engine to stall. Safety Risk: A sudden engine stall could increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: Honda will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your motorcycle to a Honda Powersports dealership to update the engine control unit (ECU) software.
- Brakes#2021048
190 units affected
Issue: On certain motorcycles, a problem with the antilock brake system (ABS) modulator could cause reduced brake pressure. If this happens, the motorcycle may have reduced brake performance. Safety Risk: Reduced brake performance can cause extended stopping distances and increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: Honda will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your motorcycle to a Honda Power Sports dealer to inspect the ABS modulator. It will be replaced, if necessary.
- Fuel System#2020623
608 units affected
Issue: On certain motorcycles, some debris (zinc oxide) may have been left inside the fuel tank when it was made. This can contaminate the fuel and clog the fuel filter. If this happens, the engine could stall. Safety Risk: A sudden loss of engine power could increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: Honda will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your motorcycle to a dealer to drain and clean the fuel tank. The fuel filter assembly will also be replaced.
Canadian data updated August 24, 2026
U.S. NHTSA recalls
01- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE#22V662000
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.
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.
Does this recall apply to my vehicle?
Matched by make, model, and model year. Many recalls affect only specific VIN ranges — confirm with your dealer using your full VIN.
What to do
Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer in both countries. To confirm a recall applies to your specific vehicle, or to book the work, contact your manufacturer or dealer with your full VIN, or use the official channel:
- NHTSA recall lookup (search by VIN) — U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
- Defects and recalls database — Transport Canada
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