2010 Honda Gl1800 problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Service Brakes (9) · Power Train (4) · Steering (3)
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🛣️ Complaints by mileage
22 NHTSA complaints that reported an odometer reading.
Safety recalls (5)
Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module 2018-01-09 · campaign 18V045000 · 960 vehicles
Defect: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2009-2010 and 2012-2016 Honda GL1800 Gold Wing motorcycles. These motorcycles have air bag inflators assembled as part of the air bag module that may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to higher absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the rider resulting in serious injury or death.
Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag module, free of charge. The recall began February 9, 2018. Owners may contact Honda Motorcycle Customer Support at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is KJ1.
Air Bags 2016-05-24 · campaign 16V347000 · 2,701 vehicles
Defect: Honda (American Honda Motor, Inc.) is recalling certain model year 2006-2010 Honda GL1800 (Gold Wing) motorcycles manufactured February 8, 2006, to May 14, 2009 originally sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands, or "Zone A." Additionally, unless included in "Zone A" above, Honda is recalling certain model year
Risk: An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the rider resulting in serious injury or death.
Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag module containing the inflator, free of charge. Honda distributed an interim notification to owners on July 19, 2016. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is KA8.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:master Cylinder 2015-10-23 · campaign 15V700000 · 145,219 vehicles
Defect: American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2001-2010 and 2012-2015 GL1800, 2001-2005 GL1800A and 2013-2015 GL1800B motorcycles. The rear brakes of the affected motorcycles may drag after the brakes are released.
Risk: A rear brake that drags may increase the risk of a vehicle crash. Additionally, extended riding with the rear brake dragging could generate enough heat to result in a fire.
Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the secondary brake master cylinder and the rear brake master cylinder, and flush the brake fluid, free of charge. The recall began on December 7, 2015. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is JV6. Note: This recall supercedes recall 14V-472.
Equipment 2011-12-12 · campaign 11E054000 · 7,446 vehicles
Defect: KURYAKYN IS RECALLING CERTAIN AFTERMARKET PASSENGER FLOORBOARD MOUNTS, PART NUMBER 607005, SOLD AND INSTALLED FOR USE ON 2001-2012 HONDA GL 1800 (GOLDWING) MOTORCYCLES. THIS MOUNT WAS SOLD ON KURYAKYN 'TRANSFORMER' PASSENGER FLOORBOARD SETS, PART NUMBER 7005 FROM SEPTEMBER 15, 2008, TO PRESENT. THE FLOORBOARD MOUNT MAY CRACK AND BREAK FREE FROM THE MOUNTING BOLTS THAT SECURE THE MOUNT TO THE MOTORCYCLE.
Risk: THE PASSENGER FLOORBOARD MAY SEPARATE FROM THE VEHICLE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN INJURY OR A CRASH.
Fix: KURYAKYN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND PROVIDE REPLACEMENT MOUNT KITS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 13, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KURYAKYN AT 1-866-296-4728.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:master Cylinder 2011-12-01 · campaign 11V567000 · 126,000 vehicles
Defect: HONDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2001-2010, AND MODEL YEAR 2012 GL1800 GOLDWING MOTORCYCLES. UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS, THERE IS A POSSIBILITY THAT THE COMBINED BRAKING SYSTEM'S SECONDARY MASTER CYLINDER MAY CAUSE THE REAR BRAKE TO DRAG.
Risk: UNEXPECTED BRAKING INCREASES THE RISK OF A CRASH, AND RIDING THE MOTORCYCLE WITH THE REAR BRAKE DRAGGING MAY GENERATE ENOUGH HEAT TO CAUSE THE REAR BRAKE TO CATCH FIRE.
Fix: HONDA WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE SECONDARY MASTER CYLINDER AND IF NECESSARY, REPLACE IT, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 6, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HONDA CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-866-784-1870.
Service bulletins (23)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Wheels 2024-08-19 · MCPSP08192024901 · Other
dealer message - honda has sourced a new supplier for the 2009 ~ 2017 gl1800 tire pressure monitoring system (tpms). the new tpms supplier parts are not compatible (will not communicate) with the original equipment parts. therefore, if the original tpms sensor/valve or receiver requires replacement,
Wheels 2024-08-19 · GL1800 #24 - August 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
service bulletin - honda has sourced a new supplier for the 2009 ~ 2017 gl1800 tire pressure monitoring system (tpms). the new tpms supplier parts are not compatible (will not communicate) with the original equipment parts. therefore, if the original tpms sensor/valve or receiver requires replacemen
Electrical System 2024-07-17 · GL1800 #26 - July 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
service bulletin - honda has sourced a new supplier for the 2009 ~ 2017 gl1800 tire pressure monitoring system (tpms). the new tpms supplier parts are not compatible (will not communicate) with the original equipment parts. therefore, if the original tpms sensor/valve or receiver requires replacemen
Wheels 2024-06-11 · MCGL1800 - #28 - June 202 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
service bulletin - honda has sourced a new supplier for the 2009 ~ 2017 gl1800 tire pressure monitoring system (tpms). the new tpms supplier parts are not compatible (will not communicate) with the original equipment parts. therefore, if the original tpms sensor/valve or receiver requires replacemen
Wheels 2024-06-11 · MCMSN06112024 · Other
dealer mesage - honda has sourced a new supplier for the 2009 ~ 2017 gl1800 tire pressure monitoring system (tpms). the new tpms supplier parts are not compatible (will not communicate) with the original equipment parts. therefore, if the original tpms sensor/valve or receiver requires replacement,
Electrical System 2023-11-16 · GL1800 #2 Nov23 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
service bulletin - honda has sourced a new supplier for the 2009 ~ 2017 gl1800 tire pressure monitoring system (tpms). the new tpms supplier parts are not compatible (will not communicate) with the original equipment parts. therefore, if the original tpms sensor/valve or receiver requires replacemen
Showing the 6 most recent of 23 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2023-10-11 · Fuel/Propulsion System“many honda goldwings are known to have what owners call a stumble in engine performance which happens as the engine temperature is warming up. this does not happen when the engine is still cold, or once the engine reaches normal operating temperature. this stumble becomes a safety problem when operating the vehicle at slow engine speed and making a…”
2022-06-28 · Tires:tread/Belt“avon cobra chrome motorcycle tire 130/70r18. while driving on a california highway at 70 mph, i experienced a noticeable vibration in my handlebars. thinking i may have a tire anomaly, i reduced speed and looked for a roadside area where i could stop the motorcycle and inspect the wheels and tires for damage. it took considerable effort to maint…”
2018-10-29 · Service Brakes · 13,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2010 honda goldwing. the contact stated that the rear brake pedal was depressed but failed to engage. the vehicle was taken to atlantic cycle & power dealer (4580 crain hwy, white plains, md 20695, (301) 392-1770) where it was diagnosed that the rear master cylinder failed and needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repair…”
2016-08-10 · Service Brakes · 12,000 mi“at 35 to 40 miles per hour, i could not accelerate to 45. engine sounded strained and i smelled burning smell. my hand brake became locked open without any ability to press down on the brakes. i had to pull over and was stranded in left turn lane. i knew from previous re-call notice that the brakes can lock, but my bike had the re-call fixed where …”
2016-03-25 · Power Train · 13,500 mi“three months ago i bought a 2010 goldwing with only 11,000 miles on it. rode it for a month and the transmmison going into 5th gear is slipping. taking it to honda and they have determined the transmission needs to be replaced. they have agreed to pay for the parts. which the labor is crazy and cost more than the parts. which i'm very grateful that…”
2016-03-04 · Power Train · 9,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2010 honda gold wing. the contact stated that the vehicle shifted gears independently, while driving approximately 50 mph. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that transmission had bent shifter fork. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the failure mil…”
2015-07-16 · Service Brakes · 8,200 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2010 honda goldwing. while driving approximately 35 mph, the contact applied the front and rear brakes, but the rear brakes failed and the motorcycle skidded. the contact maneuvered off the road and shut off the motorcycle. the dealer was contacted and gave instructions to repair the brake cylinder. the manufacturer was not m…”
2015-05-01 · Service Brakes · 1,250 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2010 honda goldwing motorcycle. the contact stated that the brakes seized without warning. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the master cylinder, the brake rotor and pads needed to be replaced. the vehicle was repaired but the failure persisted. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure.…”
2014-11-06 · Service Brakes · 15,000 mi · 💥 crash“slowing down to make a left turn, rear brake was applied lightly. rear brake locked up, sliding rear tire , causing wreck. i was taken to hospital, where i was diagnosed with multiple broken bones (ribs, shoulder, left ankle, others). two weeks in greenville hospital system, rehab, two months in wheelchair. one year later, i received letter fro…”
2014-09-23 · Service Brakes · 1,000 mi · 💥 crash“tl* the contact owned a 2010 honda goldwing motorcycle. while driving approximately 50 mph, the vehicle failed to respond when the brakes were applied. as a result, the contact crashed the vehicle into a guardrail. the contact suffered an amputation of the left leg that required medical attention. a police report was filed. the vehicle was destroye…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.