NHTSA recall 11V567000
Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Master cylinder
Honda GL1800
Reported Dec 1, 2011126,000 vehicles affectedHONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.)Maker’s number S03Built Mar 8, 2001 – Sep 25, 2011
The 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.
The 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.
The remedy
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.