2 recalls and 2 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2012 Honda VFR1200F.
2
recalls
2
owner complaints
0
complaints mentioning a crash
0
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.
2012 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.
Engine1
Power train1
Unknown or other1
What owners report
Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.
Aug 16, 2017 · Engine · 21,000 miles
TAKATA RECALL MY VFR IS RECALL WHAT WILL I DO IF IM IN THE PHILIPPINES THE DRIVESHAFTS BREAK THE ENGINES AT 21000KM GOT NOISY WHILE IN THE RIDE AND WE CHECK THE ENGINE AND DIGGIN TAT THE BOTTOM SO WE WILL KNEW WHAT HAPPEN AND THE THE PICTURES WILL TELL
Aug 13, 2015 · Power train · 23,220 miles
WHILE I WAS RIDING THRU A RIGHT HAND CURVE AT 55 MPH I HEARD TREMENDOUS VIBRATION FROM THE BIKE. I PULLED IN THE CLUTCH AND HEARD A LOUD BANG. THE REAR WHEEL LOCKED UP MOMENTARILY. I COASTED TO A STOP. I PUT THE TRANSMISSION INTO FIRST GEAR AND TRIED TO MOVE BUT NO FORWARD MOVEMENT WAS POSSIBLE. THE DRIVESHAFT HAD…
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2012 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 2012 Honda VFR1200F?
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (1 complaints), followed by power train (1).
How many 2012 Honda VFR1200F complaints mention a crash or fire?
0 of 2 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 16, 2017.