Recall 12V461000: 2012 Honda NC700X and 1 other model
- Report received
- Sep 19, 2012
- Manufacturer
- Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Potentially affected
- 1,542vehicles
- Model years
- 2012
Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
What NHTSA recorded
Honda is recalling certain model year 2012 NC700XDC and NC700XC motorcycles. Some motorcycles may be equipped with drive chains that contain outer drive plates that were improperly heat-treated, resulting in plate fracture during use.
Possible consequence
If a plate fractures, the motorcycle can unexpectedly lose propulsion, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the drive chain, free of charge. The safety recall began on October 9, 2012. Owners may contact Honda Customer Service at 1-866-784-1870.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 2012 Honda NC700X0 complaints
- 2012 Honda NC700XD0 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.