Honda Recalls CRF1100L Africa Twin Over Electrical Harness Issue
Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) has initiated a voluntary market recall campaign for its CRF1100L Africa Twin motorcycle in India. This action is part of a global market campaign and affects certain units manufactured between 2019 and 2025. The company has identified an issue with the harness wire of the left handle switch.
The Identified Issue
Honda’s investigation revealed that due to continuous steering movement, the harness wire of the left handle switch is subjected to repeated bending. Over time, this may lead to oxidation at the joint terminal of the wire, causing conduction issues. This could result in a non-functional horn or difficulty switching the headlight from low beam to high beam.
Corrective Measures and Customer Support
As a precautionary measure, the company will replace the affected parts free of cost, regardless of the vehicle’s warranty status. The replacement campaign will begin in the fourth week of January 2026 at BigWing Topline dealerships across India.
Honda will proactively notify affected customers via calls, emails, and SMS for vehicle inspection, starting immediately. To check if a vehicle is part of this campaign, customers can submit their unique Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) on Honda’s website. Customers are also advised to book a service appointment in advance to avoid any waiting at the dealership.
This voluntary move underscores Honda’s commitment to strengthening customer trust and enhancing the ownership experience by being proactive in addressing potential issues.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Which Honda Africa Twin models are affected by the recall? A: The voluntary recall campaign affects certain CRF1100L Africa Twin motorcycles manufactured between 2019 and 2025.
Q: What is the reason for the recall? A: The recall is due to an issue where repeated bending of the harness wire on the left handle switch can lead to oxidation and conduction problems. This may cause the horn to not sound or the headlight to have difficulty switching between low and high beams.
Q: How can customers check if their motorcycle is affected? A: Customers can check if their vehicle is part of the campaign by submitting their unique Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) on the Honda website.
Q: Will customers have to pay for the repair? A: No, the replacement of the affected parts will be carried out free of cost, regardless of the vehicle’s warranty status.
Q: When will the replacement campaign begin? A: The replacement of affected parts will start from the fourth week of January 2026 at BigWing Topline dealerships across India. Customers are advised to book an appointment in advance to avoid inconvenience.
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