Just got wind of this recall... went to the Honda corporate website and input my VIN.... bike #572 produced in 2010. One of the first batch made!
It says I need the inspection and repair. Mine's a 2010 manual shift with just over 9K miles.
I filled out a service request form from a local dealer online, mentioning I need the recall service/repair done.
I also asked if they had a loaner bike (so I could get home and then back the next day)
I also purchased the bike out of state last year... not so unusual, right?
Got back this rather pert reply from the service manager:
Hello Brian,
This is in response to your email sent to us regarding the drive shaft recall on your VFR. I do not show that you purchased said motorcycle from this dealership, nor do I have any record of any service work performed here. Thus, I will need your VIN to contact Honda and order the needed parts kit. There is currently no release date as to when we would receive said kit, so I cannot book you an appointment at this time.
The proper procedure is as follows.
1) send me your VFRs VIN number. I will contact Honda and order the kit for your unit. Once we receive the kit, I will contact you and set up an appointment.The work will take one day. Drop off the unit on the morning of your appointment and we would have it done that afternoon. Unfortunately, we do not have "loaner" motorcycles.
Thank you for your inquiry,
<Dealer Name Here>
Is it just me or does the letter above seem a bit rude?
BLIGHT
Here's the specifics regarding the recall: