Does the 2010 Honda VFR1200F have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2010 Honda VFR1200F, the most recent reported on November 15, 2024 (Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2010 Honda VFR1200F?

Owners have filed 12 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (8 complaints), followed by service brakes (6).

How many 2010 Honda VFR1200F complaints mention a crash or fire?

0 of 12 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2010 Honda VFR1200F recalls and problems

2 recalls and 12 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2010 Honda VFR1200F.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

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.

2010 Honda VFR1200F recalls

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump

NHTSA campaign 24V864000 · reported November 15, 2024 · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) · 40,481 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2007, 2009-2017 CBR600RR, 2008-2017, 2021 CBR1000RR, and 2010, 2012-2013 VFR1200 motorcycles. The fuel pump impellers may have been improperly molded, which can cause them to deform and result in fuel pump failure.
The risk: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pump module as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 3, 2025. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's numbers for this recall are KR2, KR3, KR4 and KR5. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 24V-113.

Power train: driveline, universal joint

NHTSA campaign 15V821000 · reported December 7, 2015 · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) · 1,825 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2010, 2012 and 2013 VFR1200F and VFR1200FD motorcycles. Manufacturing or assembly errors may result in the affected motorcycles having driveshaft universal joint bearings that may prematurely wear which can cause the universal joint to separate or break.
The risk: If the universal joint separates, the motorcycle would stall. If the universal joint breaks, it may interfere with the swing arm and lock the rear wheel. Either condition could increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Honda will be notify owners, and dealers will replace the driveshaft, free of charge. The recall began on December 29, 2015, however parts may not be available until mid-2016. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-800-999-1009. Honda's number for this recall is JW2.

Most reported problems

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

Electrical system8
Service brakes6
Engine3
Power train2
Fuel/propulsion system1

What owners report

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

Aug 14, 2024 · Electrical system
According to the cert Honda Technician, Brannon Kilbarger recommended that the fuel pump be replaced due to off and on start up issues. I filed a complaint on May 16th, 2024 for this issue with Honda case #[…] and with The NHTSA for this issue. I felt that this issue was a defect from the factory since the occurrence…

May 20, 2024 · Electrical system
The bike is draining the battery, this is my 3rd battery and this drainage isn’t covered under warranty due to the drainage being the bikes fault. The bike will not start a great deal of the time. The wiring was checked by a certified motorcycle mechanic and the issue has not been resolved. Honda of America has been…

Jun 14, 2020 · Engine · 4,800 miles
ENGINE HAD METAL SWARF LEFT INSIDE OF IT WHEN MANUFACTURED. HONDA KNOWS ABOUT THIS PROBLEM AND HAS A RECALL ONLY IN THE UK, OWNERS IN OTHER COUNTRIES HAVE SUFFERED THE SAME DEFECTS BUT ARE OFFERED NO COMPENSATION. ENGINE DEVELOPED ROD KNOCK AT 4800 MILES.

May 12, 2013 · Electrical system · 7,912 miles
REAR BRAKE LIGHT IS IN-OPERABLE DUE TO FRONT BRAKE SWITCH FAILURE. RIDER MUST USE FOOT BRAKE FOR VEHICLES BEHIND HIM TO SEE HE IS BRAKING AT 65 MPH. RIDER CAN ONLY DETERMINE BRAKE SWITCH IS OPERABLE WHEN MOTORCYCLE IS INITIALLY CHECKED AT START-UP. PROBLEM IS INTERMITTENT WHEN SWITCH BEGINS TO FAIL, SO CHECK AT…

May 12, 2013 · Electrical system · 20,082 miles
REAR BRAKE LIGHT IS IN-OPERABLE DUE TO FRONT BRAKE SWITCH FAILURE. RIDER MUST USE FOOT BRAKE FOR VEHICLES BEHIND HIM TO SEE HE IS BRAKING AT 65 MPH. RIDER CAN ONLY DETERMINE BRAKE SWITCH IS OPERABLE WHEN MOTORCYCLE IS INITIALLY CHECKED AT START-UP. PROBLEM IS INTERMITTENT WHEN SWITCH BEGINS TO FAIL, SO CHECK AT…

VFR1200F model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints
2010	2	12
2012	2	2
2013	2	0

All Honda VFR1200F years →

Questions

Does the 2010 Honda VFR1200F have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2010 Honda VFR1200F, the most recent reported on November 15, 2024 (Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2010 Honda VFR1200F?: Owners have filed 12 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (8 complaints), followed by service brakes (6).
How many 2010 Honda VFR1200F complaints mention a crash or fire?: 0 of 12 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 14, 2024.