Vehicle Safety
Recalls Search 320,000+ NHTSA safety recalls Complaints 2.1M+ consumer safety complaints TSBs 4.7M technical service bulletins VIN Lookup Decode any vehicle VIN instantly OBD Codes 12,000+ diagnostic trouble codes Fuel Economy EPA MPG data for all vehicles Safety Ratings 11,700+ NHTSA crash test ratings Investigations 5,300+ NHTSA defect investigations Statistics Recall trends & safety analysis
Consumer Safety
Product Safety 9,700+ CPSC product recalls Food Safety 28,600+ FDA food recalls Pet Safety 1.3M FDA animal adverse events Drug Safety 17,500+ FDA drug recalls Device Safety 38,400+ FDA device recalls Workplace Safety 102,900+ OSHA injury reports Brand History Cross-category recall lookup by company
Infrastructure
Bridge Safety 624,000 bridge inspections Aviation Safety 30,000+ NTSB aviation events Dam Safety 92,600 dam safety records Water Safety 433,000+ public water systems Railroad Safety 438,000+ rail crossings Pipeline Safety 8,800+ pipeline incidents State Safety Dashboards Safety grades for all 50 U.S. states ZIP Safety Report Check any 5-digit ZIP across 9 datasets
Public Health
Nursing Homes 14,700 CMS rated facilities Environmental 80,000+ hazardous sites & releases
Blog

Vehicle Safety

Vehicle Recalls320,000+ NHTSA safety recalls Browse VehiclesEvery make, model and year Complaints2.1M+ consumer safety complaints TSBs4.7M technical service bulletins VIN LookupDecode any vehicle VIN instantly OBD Codes12,000+ diagnostic trouble codes Fuel EconomyEPA MPG data for all vehicles Safety Ratings11,700+ NHTSA crash test ratings Investigations5,300+ NHTSA defect investigations StatisticsRecall trends & safety analysis Compare VehiclesTwo vehicles side by side

Consumer Safety

Product Safety9,700+ CPSC product recalls Food Safety28,600+ FDA food recalls Pet Safety1.3M FDA animal adverse events Drug Safety17,500+ FDA drug recalls Device Safety38,400+ FDA device recalls Workplace Safety102,900+ OSHA injury reports Brand HistoryRecall lookup by company

Infrastructure

Bridge Safety624,000 bridge inspections Aviation Safety30,000+ NTSB aviation events Dam Safety92,600 dam safety records Water Safety433,000+ public water systems Railroad Safety438,000+ rail crossings Pipeline Safety8,800+ pipeline incidents State DashboardsSafety grades for all 50 states ZIP ReportAny 5-digit ZIP across 9 datasets

Public Health

Nursing Homes14,700 CMS rated facilities Environmental80,000+ hazardous sites & releases BlogGuides, news & safety insights

2020 HONDA GL1800

3 recalls — 3 complaints — 15 TSBs

24V820000 Oct 31, 2024
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL
Defect Description
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2021 GL1800 Goldwing motorcycles. The primary drive gear bolt on the crankshaft may break, which can result in an engine stall and lock up the rear wheel.
Consequence
An engine stall and rear wheel lockup can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the primary drive gear bolt, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 30, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is KQ9.
18,196 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
24V113000 Feb 15, 2024
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Defect Description
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2024 GL1800 (Goldwing), CBR600RR, and 2018-2019 CBR1000RR motorcycles. The fuel pump impellers may have been improperly molded, which can cause them to deform and result in fuel pump failure.
Consequence
Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pump module as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed June 19, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's numbers for this recall are KP8, KP9, KQ0, and KQ1.
29,301 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
22V449000 Jun 23, 2022
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE
Defect Description
Honda (American Honda Motor Co) is recalling certain 2020-2022 GL1800 Gold Wing motorcycles equipped with manual transmissions. An ignition timing software error for the engine control unit (ECU) may reduce engine performance, which can result in an engine stall.
Consequence
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 28, 2022. Owners may contact American Honda Motor Co customer service at 1-866-784-1870.
1,740 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)

Complaint Statistics

3 total complaints

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
SERVICE BRAKES1
ENGINE1
POWER TRAIN1
SERVICE BRAKES Sep 18, 2020
Incident date: Sep 2, 2020
ENGINE IS STALLING FROM UNKNOWN CAUSE. ONLY CONSISTENT CONDITION IS THAT IT HAS OCCURRED DURING SOME FORM OF BRAKING AND ONCE CLUTCH IS DISENGAGED. OCCURS AT ALL SPEEDS. MOTORCYCLE WAS BOUGHT BRAND NEW AND STALLING OCCURRED IMMEDIATELY AFTER LEAVING DEALERSHIP. STALLING IS INTERMITTENT, BUT FREQU... Read more
ENGINE Sep 18, 2020
Incident date: Sep 2, 2020
ENGINE IS STALLING FROM UNKNOWN CAUSE. ONLY CONSISTENT CONDITION IS THAT IT HAS OCCURRED DURING SOME FORM OF BRAKING AND ONCE CLUTCH IS DISENGAGED. OCCURS AT ALL SPEEDS. MOTORCYCLE WAS BOUGHT BRAND NEW AND STALLING OCCURRED IMMEDIATELY AFTER LEAVING DEALERSHIP. STALLING IS INTERMITTENT, BUT FREQU... Read more
POWER TRAIN Sep 18, 2020
Incident date: Sep 2, 2020
ENGINE IS STALLING FROM UNKNOWN CAUSE. ONLY CONSISTENT CONDITION IS THAT IT HAS OCCURRED DURING SOME FORM OF BRAKING AND ONCE CLUTCH IS DISENGAGED. OCCURS AT ALL SPEEDS. MOTORCYCLE WAS BOUGHT BRAND NEW AND STALLING OCCURRED IMMEDIATELY AFTER LEAVING DEALERSHIP. STALLING IS INTERMITTENT, BUT FREQU... Read more

Technical Service Bulletins — 2020 HONDA GL1800

15 manufacturer communications from 7 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
350000 EQUIPMENT3
030000 BRAKES (PWS)3
100000 POWER TRAIN2
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM2
046300 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:WHEEL SPEED SENSOR2
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL1
010000 STEERING1
160000 STRUCTURE1
The Wrench - May May 19, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
"Newsletter - If the LCD screen is blank/inoperative and asterisks appear in place of the riding modes, perform the following test. a?? Inspect the number five (15 amp) audio fuse next to the battery in the main fuse box. a?? If failed,
The Wrench - May May 19, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
"Newsletter - If the LCD screen is blank/inoperative and asterisks appear in place of the riding modes, perform the following test. a?? Inspect the number five (15 amp) audio fuse next to the battery in the main fuse box. a?? If failed,
The Wrench - May May 19, 2022
160000 STRUCTURE
"Newsletter - If the LCD screen is blank/inoperative and asterisks appear in place of the riding modes, perform the following test. a?? Inspect the number five (15 amp) audio fuse next to the battery in the main fuse box. a?? If failed,
The Wrench - May May 19, 2022
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
"Newsletter - If the LCD screen is blank/inoperative and asterisks appear in place of the riding modes, perform the following test. a?? Inspect the number five (15 amp) audio fuse next to the battery in the main fuse box. a?? If failed,
TheWrench1Feb.21 Feb 19, 2021
010000 STEERING
The Wrench - When performing the Service Bulletin GL1800 #1- Loose Handlebar Repair on 2018 GL 1800, or removing the Steering Bridge to adjust the upper steering stem nut on any 2018 and newer GL1800, the left rear tie rod bolt needs to be
TheWrench1Feb.21 Feb 19, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
The Wrench - When performing the Service Bulletin GL1800 #1- Loose Handlebar Repair on 2018 GL 1800, or removing the Steering Bridge to adjust the upper steering stem nut on any 2018 and newer GL1800, the left rear tie rod bolt needs to be
MCPST12042020 Dec 4, 2020
046300 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:WHEEL SPEED SENSOR
"Dealer Message - The December 2020 edition of The Wrench publication is now available on iN. If DTCs appear on a new 2018 and newer GL1800, these are likely ABS related and are generated when the factory runs the freshly built unit on a d
MCPST12042020 Dec 4, 2020
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
"Dealer Message - The December 2020 edition of The Wrench publication is now available on iN. If DTCs appear on a new 2018 and newer GL1800, these are likely ABS related and are generated when the factory runs the freshly built unit on a d
MCPST12042020 Dec 4, 2020
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
"Dealer Message - The December 2020 edition of The Wrench publication is now available on iN. If DTCs appear on a new 2018 and newer GL1800, these are likely ABS related and are generated when the factory runs the freshly built unit on a d
TheWrenchDec2020 Dec 4, 2020
046300 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:WHEEL SPEED SENSOR
The Wrench - If DTCs appear on a new 2018 and newer GL1800, these are likely ABS related and are generated when the factory runs the freshly built unit on a dyno to verify proper engine and transmission operation. These stored codes are eas
TheWrenchDec2020 Dec 4, 2020
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
The Wrench - If DTCs appear on a new 2018 and newer GL1800, these are likely ABS related and are generated when the factory runs the freshly built unit on a dyno to verify proper engine and transmission operation. These stored codes are eas
AMV200501 May 11, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Video Message - It concerns how to replace a leaky front rocker arm oil control valve. Due to a deteriorated lower gasket or an out-of-spec gasket groove, the front rocker arm oil control valve can leak in certain V6 models with variable cy
AMV200502 May 8, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Video Message - It concerns how to replace a leaky front rocker arm oil control valve. Due to a deteriorated lower gasket or an out-of-spec gasket groove, the front rocker arm oil control valve can leak in certain V6 models with variable cy
Wrench_Jan-Mar20 Apr 13, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
"Technician news letter - REVERSE ISSUES (GL1800 - M/T) If you verify a customer complaint of a GL1800 with manual transmission not going into reverse or grinding when engaging reverse, the issue is usually caused by improper reverse actuat
Wrench_Jan-Mar20 Apr 13, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
"Technician news letter - REVERSE ISSUES (GL1800 - M/T) If you verify a customer complaint of a GL1800 with manual transmission not going into reverse or grinding when engaging reverse, the issue is usually caused by improper reverse actuat

NHTSA Safety Investigations — HONDA GL1800

Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.

PE15014 Opened: Apr 20, 2015 — Closed: Nov 13, 2015
PE — Closed — Model Year: 2012
Inconsistent Throttle Control
This PE was opened after NHTSA received 10 owner complaints alleging vehicle control was compromised due to inconsistent throttle control in MY 2012-14 Honda GL1800 motorcycles.Typically during the first five minutes of operation (cold engine), riders would experience a pronounced engine stumble whe... Read more
RQ04009 Opened: Sep 21, 2004 — Closed: Feb 2, 2005
RQ — Closed — Model Year: 2001
FRAME CROSSMEMEBER WELD FAILURES
HONDA IS AMENDING THE SCOPE OF 03V-350 TO ADD 34,919 POTENTIALLY AFFECTED GL1800 GOLD WING MOTORCYCLES.THE INITIAL RECALL RANGE INCLUDED FRAMES MANUFACTURED WITH ONE OF A NUMBER OF WELDING PROCESSES.HONDA BELIEVED, ON THE BASIS OF DATA AVAILABLE AT THAT TIME, THAT ONLY THOSE GL'S BUILT WITH THAT ONE... Read more
PE03039 Opened: Aug 11, 2003 — Closed: Oct 10, 2003
PE — Closed — Model Year: 2001
REAR SUSPENSION COLLAPSE
THE SUBJECT MOTORCYCLES, INTRODUCED WITH THE 2001 MODEL YEAR, UTILIZE AN ALUMINUM FRAME INDIVIDUALLY WELDED BY HONDA EMPLOYEES IN THE COMPANY?S MARYSVILLE, OHIO ASSEMBLY PLANT.NHTSA/ODI OPENED THIS INVESTIGATION AFTER LEARNING THAT SOME 2002 MODEL YEAR GL1800?S WERE EXPERIENCING REAR SUSPENSION COLL... Read more
PE02077 Opened: Oct 15, 2002 — Closed: Mar 28, 2003
PE — Closed — Model Year: 2001
MOTORCYCLE COOLANT SPRAY ONTO REAR TIRE
SEE THE ATTACHED REPORT WITH ODI'SFINDINGS.

HONDA GL1800 — All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the HONDA GL1800 across all model years (2001–2024).

82 Total Recalls
776 Total Complaints
4 Investigations
35 Reported Crashes
1 Reported Fires
5 Reported Deaths

HONDA GL1800 — Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year Recalls Complaints
2024 1 4 View
2023 1 2 View
2022 2 1 View
2021 3 13 View
2020 (current) 3 3
2019 2 10 View
2018 2 46 View
2016 1 7 View
2015 2 8 View
2014 2 9 View
2013 2 16 View
2012 5 49 View
2011 1 0 View
2010 5 28 View
2009 6 2 View
2008 5 60 View
2007 5 28 View
2006 6 27 View
2005 3 25 View
2004 5 11 View
2003 7 107 View
2002 7 210 View
2001 6 103 View

Other HONDA Models

Model Recalls Complaints
ACCORD 1,544 31,106 View
ODYSSEY 1,083 15,814 View
PILOT 1,019 12,296 View
ACCORD HYBRID 883 1,156 View
CR-V 820 20,314 View
CIVIC 752 19,886 View
INSIGHT 709 669 View
PASSPORT 510 2,127 View