NHTSA recall 07V359000
Electrical system › Wiring
Honda VFR800
The defect
On certain motorcycles, the front fairing sub-harness (section of the wiring harness) transfers the electrical grounding load of the headlights, front turn signals, instrument panel, and various relays to the main wiring harness via an 18-pin connector. under certain conditions, the ground wire terminals inside the connector can overheat, resulting in melting of the connector and a loss of power to various circuits.
The risk
As a result, a loss of critical lighting or engine power could occur without warning, which could cause a crash.
The remedy
Dealers will install a re-designed sub-harness. if damage IS found, the main wiring harness will also be replaced free of charge. an interim letter was mailed to owners on september 26, 2007. owners were re-notified on november 10, 2007, to take their motorcycles to dealers to have the parts installed. owners may contact honda at 1-866-784-1870.