2019 Honda Gl1800 problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Power Train (4) · Engine (2) · Fuel System, Gasoline (1)
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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 (4)
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
What owners report
2026-06-16 · Power Train“on xxx, while i was operating my 2019 honda gold wing tour dct (gl1800d, vin [xxx]) on the freeway at approximately ~26k miles, the motorcycle suddenly lost drive and came to a stop and could not be restarted, leaving me stranded on the freeway — the same type of sudden power-loss hazard that safety recall 24v-820 was issued to prevent. the motorcy…”
2026-02-11 · Engine · 98,000 mi“the contact owns a 2019 honda gl 1800. the contact stated that while riding at 50 mph, the engine shut off without warning. due to the failure, the motorcycle was towed to an independent mechanic and remained with the independent mechanic. the manufacturer was notified of the failure, and the contact was provided with a case number. the motorcycle …”
2025-04-22 · Power Train · 34,000 mi“the contact owns a 2019 honda gl1800. the contact stated that while attempting to start the motorcycle or while accelerating from a stationary position, the motorcycle occasionally stalled. there were no warning lights illuminated. the motorcycle was taken to a local dealer, where the motorcycle was diagnosed, and the contact was informed that no f…”
2025-03-03 · Engine And Engine Cooling“the contact owns a 2019 honda gl1800. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 24v820000 (engine and engine cooling). the contact stated that upon contacting the dealer for the recall repair, the dealer informed the contact that the recall repair had already been performed. the manufacturer was contacted and informed the contact …”
2024-08-18 · Power Train“motorcycle was bought new in 2023 february. in april of 2024. there is a internal rattling noise at the rear of the engine between the transmission and engine area when the motorcycle. downshifts. i called the dealer right away and was told to stop riding it. the soonest they could get me on the schedule was the end of may. the bike had just over 1…”
2024-06-06 · Fuel System, Gasoline · 7,000 mi“the contact owns a 2019 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 contact stated that the motorcycl…”
2022-07-06 · Engine · 8,000 mi“the contact owns a 2019 honda gl1800 motorcycle. the contact stated that on various occasions while riding the motorcycle, the motorcycle lost motive and electrical power. the failure occurred while decelerating or while idling. additionally, on several occasions, the motorcycle would not immediately start. the contact indicated that the failure ha…”
2021-08-12 · Power Train · 1,100 mi“the contact owns a 2019 honda gold wing gl1800. the contact stated the while riding at various speeds, the motorcycle failed to shift correctly to the next gear. the vehicle failed to shift out of first gear. additionally, while in fourth gear the vehicle shifted to seventh gear independently. the motorcycle was taken to the local dealer and diagno…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.