Honda CRF1100 (Honda) – Handlebar Switch Harness (2020)
Hazard assessment based on recall description.
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Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2020 HONDA CRF1100
Brand
HONDA
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2020
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020 HONDA CRF1100 vehicles due to electrical system:motorcycle handlebar switch pod left/right issues. 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..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
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."
Reported concern (NHTSA)
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.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Dealers will replace the left handlebar switch assembly, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed October 10, 2025. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated January 30, 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.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026