Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 VT750CA, VT750C2 and VT750C2F, 2011-2016 VT750C, 2013-2016 VT750CS, 2010-2016 VT750C2B and 2013-2014 VT750C2S motorcycles. This recall, affecting 22,142 units, was issued when it was determined that engine vibration may cause the bank angle sensor wire to rub on the wire harness joint connector, resulting in a loss of the sensor signal. Loss of the sensor signal may cause the engine to stall while riding, increasing the risk of crash.
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will relocate the joint connector and replace the bank angle sensor, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 19, 2016. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 800/999-1009. Honda’s number for this recall is JW7.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888327-4236 (TTY: 800/424-9153), or go to www.safecar.gov.