Does the 2025 Honda CRF1100 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2025 Honda CRF1100, the most recent reported on September 5, 2025 (Electrical system: motorcycle handlebar switch pod left/right). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2025 Honda CRF1100?

Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is service brakes (3 complaints), followed by electrical system (1).

How many 2025 Honda CRF1100 complaints mention a crash or fire?

0 of 4 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2025 Honda CRF1100 recalls and problems

3 recalls and 4 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2025 Honda CRF1100.

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Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2025 Honda CRF1100 recalls

Electrical system: motorcycle handlebar switch pod left/right

NHTSA campaign 25V583000 · reported September 5, 2025 · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) · 7,492 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020-2022 and 2024-2025 CRF1100 Africa Twin motorcycles. The left handlebar switch harness may corrode due to oxidation, resulting in the loss of horn function or the ability to switch the headlight from low beam to high beam. As such, these motorcycles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
The risk: The inability to use the horn or switch the headlight from low beam to high beam can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
The fix: Dealers will replace the left handlebar switch assembly, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 20, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is KS8. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 12, 2025.

Engine and engine cooling: engine, oil/lubrication

NHTSA campaign 25V358000 · reported May 29, 2025 · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) · 1,016 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2024 XL750, 2025 CMX1100, and CRF1100 motorcycles. The crankcase sealing bolt may have been improperly manufactured, which can cause the engine to leak oil onto the rear tire.
The risk: Oil on the rear tire may cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
The fix: Dealers will replace the crankcase sealing bolt, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2025. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is KS2.

Electrical system: software · Fuel system, gasoline: fuel injection system

NHTSA campaign 24V882000 · reported November 21, 2024 · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) · 4,205 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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 risk: An engine stall or loss of power can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
The fix: 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.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Service brakes3
Electrical system1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Aug 29, 2026 · Service brakes
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. The rear brake caliper was pushing the brake pads into the brake rotor/disc, resulting in severe metal-on-metal grinding and extremely loud brake squealing. The…

Aug 29, 2026 · Service brakes
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…

Apr 14, 2026 · Electrical system · 6,000 miles
The contact owns a 2025 Honda CRF1100 Motorcycle. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V583000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted, but the motorcycle was not repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had…

CRF1100 model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes
2022	2	6	1
2024	2	0	0
2025	3	4	0

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Questions

Does the 2025 Honda CRF1100 have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2025 Honda CRF1100, the most recent reported on September 5, 2025 (Electrical system: motorcycle handlebar switch pod left/right). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2025 Honda CRF1100?: Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is service brakes (3 complaints), followed by electrical system (1).
How many 2025 Honda CRF1100 complaints mention a crash or fire?: 0 of 4 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received August 29, 2026.