AutoDefect IQ

2020 Honda Crf1100d4 problems, complaints & recalls

Most-reported problem areas: Fuel/Propulsion System (10) · Vehicle Speed Control (2) · Engine (2)

14
Complaints
0
Recalls
1
Service bulletins
1
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
Deaths

Safety recalls (0)

No recalls on record for this model year (campaigns announced since 2010).

Service bulletins (1)

Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.

Structure 2022-05-19 · The Wrench - May · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

"newsletter - if the lcd screen is blank/inoperative and asterisks appear in place of the riding modes, perform the following test. • inspect the number five (15 amp) audio fuse next to the battery in the main fuse box. • if failed, replace the fuse and disconnect the main multi pin connecto

What owners report

2026-08-17 · Engine

“the crf1100 2020 dct stalls when trying to take off form a complete stop. it happens most often at traffic lights and has already lead to dangerous situations with cars behind you expecting you to go but you stall. this bike is not supposed to stall and since it only happens on occasion (so far perhaps around 20 times), yesterday's ride it happened…”

2021-01-22 · Vehicle Speed Control · 3,200 mi · 💥 crash

“when garaging, i have to roll back and move forward to square off. being an automatic, you hit a switch to change n to d. i hit n, rolled back, hit d and released the brake. the bike shot forward with no throttle input 10 - 15 ft hitting a rock wall and throwing me against my car pinning me. no one heard me holler for help. i held the brake while r…”

2020-11-28 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 180 mi

“on multiple occasions, the engine cut out. several times while i open the throttle all the way quickly to pass on a two lane highway. several times when i'm cruising down the highway at 70 mph, it just started missing. very dangerous when your speed goes from 70 to 40 in seconds on the freeway.…”

2020-08-30 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 4,000 mi

“vehicle was in motion on an interstate highway at approximately 70 miles an hour, in traffic, when engine suddenly stopped receiving adequate fuel. revs were limited to 4k and incoming traffic behind me nearly caused a collision, due to my sudden loss of speed without brake lights. upon taking to shop, a white paste-like substance was found cove…”

2020-08-30 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 425 mi

“improper fuel tank welds plugged the fuel filter with debris. discovered the zinc flakes upon inspection of the fuel tank. 425 miles on the motorcycle and less than 10 gallons of gas through the tank. unlike automobiles, when a motorcycle fuel system is compromised, a loss of power can be catastrophic to the rider. unwilling to risk my safety, inc…”

2020-08-06 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 2,500 mi

“there is a corrosion or some other type of deterioration of the fuel tank welds inside the tank that cause a particle build up that clogs the fuel pump and causes the vehicle to lose power and stall. the power loss happens periodically. honda has flushed the fuel tank and replaced the fuel pump however the particles in the fuel tank are still pre…”

2020-07-06 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 1,245 mi

“the motorcycle will for no known reason exhibit a fuel delivery issue and bog the engine, as in, it will not deliver any power to the engine. this is unsafe during highway speeds and at intersections when you are trying to proceed with executing a maneuver.…”

2020-07-02 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 2,900 mi

“the vehicle will stop accelerating on an incline, very dangerous while trying to pass slower moving vehicles in the mountains. the issue would take place between speeds of 25mph-70mph. the motorcycle will kill someone in the wrong situation. please help to stop the manufacturer from placing unsatisfactory vehicles on the road.…”

2020-07-01 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 3,700 mi

“acts as if running out of fuel. several times, starting at 1000 miles. now has about 3700 miles. happens while in motion on highways and city streets. occurred 4 times over a period of 3 weeks. last instance going about 60 mph in bumper to bumper traffic. motorcycle is now at the dealer for diagnosis and repair. dealer has ordered fuel pump base…”

2020-06-21 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 3,400 mi

“this is an ongoing problem with the large fuel tank in the sport es models. there are contaminants inside the fuel tank that break loose and end up clogging up the fuel system. this causes the motorcycle to abruptly lose power or even stall out. this is extremely unsafe and honda has not addressed this issue in a form of a recall. the problem has b…”

Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.