2021 Honda Africa Twin Problems: 1 Known Issue
2021 model year · Manufacturer-document summaries · US scope · Updated November 2026
These 1 manufacturer-document summaries cover specific US model/year combinations. They are not a list of common failures or a reliability rating. Read the exact applicability on each card and ask the dealer to confirm your VIN, equipment and previous repairs.
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Left handlebar switch can lose the horn and high beam — recall 25V583
Handlebar movement repeatedly bends the left handlebar switch harness at its terminal joints, causing fretting wear and oxide on the contacts that can interrupt the connection. The horn or the ability to switch the headlight from low to high beam can work intermittently or be lost, increasing the risk of a crash or injury. The motorcycles do not comply with FMVSS 108. Applies to: Certain 2020-2022 and 2024-2025 CRF1100 Africa Twin motorcycles, including Adventure Sports, manual and DCT, and electronic-suspension versions (Honda campaign KS8; 7,492 motorcycles built August 28, 2019 to July 21, 2022 and February 9, 2024 to February 6, 2025). Honda says production was corrected from the 2026 models built from September 17, 2025. A Honda dealer confirms inclusion by VIN. US applicability: CRF1100L Africa Twin: 2020, 2021, 2022, 2024, 2025 (Dealer confirms exact VIN, equipment and completed campaign history.); CRF1100D Africa Twin DCT: 2020, 2021, 2022, 2024, 2025 (Dealer confirms exact VIN, equipment and completed campaign history.); CRF1100L4 Adventure Sports ES: 2020, 2021, 2022, 2024, 2025 (Dealer confirms exact VIN, equipment and completed campaign history.); CRF1100D4 Adventure Sports ES DCT: 2020, 2021, 2022, 2024, 2025 (Dealer confirms exact VIN, equipment and completed campaign history.). Dealer VIN confirmation required. Certain 2020-2022 and 2024-2025 CRF1100 Africa Twin motorcycles, including Adventure Sports, manual and DCT, and electronic-suspension versions (Honda campaign KS8; 7,492 motorcycles built August 28, 2019 to July 21, 2022 and February 9, 2024 to February 6, 2025). Honda says production was corrected from the 2026 models built from September 17, 2025. A Honda dealer confirms inclusion by VIN. An authorized Honda Powersports dealer replaces the left handlebar switch and its wiring harness with an improved part, free of charge. The redesigned switch no longer uses joint terminals in the harness. Honda's January 2026 dealer bulletin says owners were told by letter in October 2025 that parts were not yet available, and that a second letter in late January 2026 would tell them parts are available and to make a dealer appointment. Owners can call Honda at 1-866-784-1870.
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