2014 Honda Gl1800 problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Service Brakes (3) · Fuel/Propulsion System (2) · Suspension (1)
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Safety recalls (2)
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.
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.
Service bulletins (15)
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 15 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2017-09-20 · Service Brakes“tl* the contact owns a 2014 honda motorcycle. the vehicle model was unknown. while driving various speeds, the rear brakes dragged until they were heated up and the rear brakes locked up. the vehicle was driven to the contact's residence. the failure recurred several other times. the vehicle was taken to the dealer (sun enterprises, inc., 8877 n. w…”
2016-09-09 · Service Brakes · 10,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2014 honda gl1800. when the rear brakes were engaged, the vehicle shuttered without warning. the contact mentioned that the failure recurred after the vehicle was serviced per nhtsa campaign number: 15v700000 (service brakes, hydraulic). the dealer determined that the vehicle was operating properly; however, both brake handle…”
2016-07-06 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 200 mi“since the bike was new it has a severe stumble at low speeds when the engine is not at full operating temperature. the motorcycle acts as if it's not getting enough air or fuel or both and will lose power. if you attempt to compensate by adding more throttle it will take off suddenly, sometimes with near disastrous results. this has happened since…”
2016-07-06 · Service Brakes · 12,000 mi“after performing the rear brake master cylinder recall there is a pronounced chatter or vibration to the motorcycle when the rear brakes are applied. rear brakes are applied under certain slow speed maneuvers or when turning sharply at slow speed. this issue was reported to the dealership and honda. the dealership thought it was an issue and change…”
2016-06-13 · Suspension · 15,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2014 honda gl1800. while riding at various speeds, the brake system stalled. the contact stated that the motorcycle was recently repaired per a recall to replace the brake master cylinder and the rear brake master cylinder; however, the failure recurred. also, when depressing the brakes, the contact stated that it felt as tho…”
2015-08-31 · Engine · 1,000 mi“throttle surges and/or hesitates at slow speeds till engine warms up. quite dangerous and could lead to crash.…”
2014-09-28 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 900 mi“when you first start up riding, the bike has a stumble, hesitation, when you accelerate up to speed, feels like it is tripping over its own feet. has been doing this cold stumble thing since brand new.. got home 22 april 2014 now has 17600 miles, and still stumbles, hesitates when first rolling up to speed... *tr…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.