2018 Honda Gl1800 problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Vehicle Speed Control (6) · Steering (5) · Power Train (4)
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Safety recalls (2)
Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:hard Parts Internal/Mechanical 2024-10-31 · campaign 24V820000 · 18,196 vehicles
Defect: 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.
Risk: An engine stall and rear wheel lockup can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix: 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.
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump 2024-02-15 · campaign 24V113000 · 29,301 vehicles
Defect: 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.
Risk: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
Service bulletins (12)
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.
Structure 2022-05-19 · The Wrench - May · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
"newsletter - if the lcd screen is blank/inoperative and asterisks appear in place of the riding modes, perform the following test. ⢠inspect the number five (15 amp) audio fuse next to the battery in the main fuse box. ⢠if failed, replace the fuse and disconnect the main multi pin connecto
Steering 2021-02-19 · TheWrench1Feb.21 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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 held by a 14 mm open wrench to prevent the bolt from turning
Service Brakes, Air:antilock:wheel Speed Sensor 2020-12-04 · TheWrenchDec2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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 easily cleared using mcs, and will not return unless there is a
Vehicle Speed Control 2020-12-04 · MCPST12042020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
"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 dyno to verify proper engine and transmission operation. thes
Steering 2019-06-18 · TheWrenchJan-Mar · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
the wrench - if a customer complains of loose handlebars on a 2018 gl1800, the problem may be due to improper torquing of the steering stem nut at the factory. first, verify the complaint with the proper inspection outlined in the service bulletin gl1800 #1, then if the handlebars are loose continue
Steering: Steering Wheel/Handle Bar 2019-06-04 · TheWrenchJan-Mar · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
the wrench - if a customer complains of loose handlebars on a 2018 gl1800, the problem may be due to improper torquing of the steering stem nut at the factory. first, verify the complaint with the proper inspection outlined in the service bulletin gl1800 #1, then if the handlebars are loose continue
Showing the 6 most recent of 12 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2025-06-20 · Steering“there is a service bulletin on the steering handle bars. the dealership i take it to is go az flagstaff, az (928)526-7959. on a recall service appointment i was advised by the service manager of the loose handle bar service bulletin. it was addressed at that time. i had my motorcycle in for another recall and told them that the handle bars are …”
2025-05-16 · Steering · 9,000 mi“the contact owns a 2018 honda gl1800 motorcycle. the contact stated that while releasing the accelerator pedal at speeds of 40 mph or higher, whether on cruise control or not, the motorcycle experienced the death wobble. the motorcycle was taken to the dealer and was not diagnosed. the contact stated that the bearings on the handlebar were replaced…”
2024-09-23 · Fuel System, Gasoline“the contact owns a 2018 honda gold wing gl 1800 motorcycle. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 24v113000 (fuel system, gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. the contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the manufacturer was not made a…”
2024-08-18 · Engine“the ubs bolt broke off ( according to honda mechanics who worked on the bike) causing the motorcycle to lose all power instantly. the engine basically fell apart. i was traveling 55 miles an hour on a two lane curvy mountain road with virtually no shoulder and traffic in both directions. with no power i tried to pull off the road but could not as m…”
2024-08-09 · Vehicle Speed Control“31300-kvz-632 1.00 motor, ratio control - this is the part that failed. it is not available for inspection as the dealer has replaced the failed part under warranty. the safety risk is, if it breaks under acceleration, you are stuck in that gear so merging onto an interstate you could in fact be run over. yes, the dealer confirmed and replaced the …”
2024-08-08 · Parking Brake · 32,000 mi“the contact owns a 2018 honda gl1800 motorcycle. the contact stated that while the motorcycle was parked and the parking brake was activated, the parking brake failed, and the motorcycle rolled backwards. the contact fell off the motorcycle and sustained bruises and was checked out by the office nurse after the failure. the motorcycle was not diagn…”
2024-08-08 · Engine“the bolt holding the alternator/starter or isg unit broke. while this caused no injury as the alternator stayed together, it could have caused the motorcycle to shut down while riding. the honda dealer replaced the alternator under the honda extended warranty. there were no symptoms, lights, or warnings. …”
2024-07-30 · Fuel System, Gasoline“the contact owns a 2018 honda gl1800 motorcycle. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 24v113000 (fuel system, gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. the contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the manufacturer was made aware of the issu…”
2024-07-16 · Power Train“there are quite a few 2018 and 2019 gl1800 that have had a failing ubs bolt that breaks and locks up the engine. i believe this is the case with my motorcycle. i am a [xxx] disabled vet who was riding my motorcycle down [xxx] in nj going 60mph when i began slowing down for the exit onto [xxx]. just about as i got to the exit the engine all of th…”
2024-07-16 · Fuel System, Gasoline“the contact owns a 2018 honda gl1800 motorcycle. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 24v113000 (fuel system, gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. the contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the dealer was made aware of the iss…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.