HONDA CRF1100 AFRICA TWIN Recalls

The Honda CRF1100 Africa Twin has 5 recalls covering the 2020-2022 model years, with the most serious being a software error in the engine control unit on 2020-2021 DCT-equipped models that can drop the CAN communication network, release the clutch, and cause the engine to stall or cut drive power while riding. A related ECU programming issue on DCT-equipped 2020 models can also cause the engine to stall unexpectedly, and prior repair attempts did not fully resolve the underlying problem across both filings. On 2022 models, a separate fuel injection software fault can cause the wheelie control feature to malfunction, producing a sudden loss of power to the rear wheel. The 2020 model year also has a brake concern: an anti-lock brake system modulator can produce reduced brake pressure, lengthening stopping distances. Also limited to 2020 models, the left handlebar switch wiring harness can fail and leave the rider without a working horn or high-beam headlight.