2013 Honda VFR1200F (Interceptor 1200) problems & recalls
NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2013 Honda VFR1200F (Interceptor 1200).
Recalls
Power Train #15V821000 · 2015 · 1,825 units
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.
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.
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.
Fuel System, Gasoline #24V864000 · 2024 · 40,481 units
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.
Risk: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What owners complain about
No owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this model year.
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FAQ
Does the 2013 Honda VFR1200F (Interceptor 1200) have recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2013 Honda VFR1200F (Interceptor 1200). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if a fix is still open.
What are the most common 2013 Honda VFR1200F (Interceptor 1200) problems?
No owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for this model year.
Model name source: NHTSA vPIC motorcycle model list.