1997 Honda GL1500
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 1997 Honda GL1500. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Recalls
1 recall names the 1997 Honda GL1500. Newest first.
The metal stay or rubber support for the rear turn signal can fall causing the rear turn signal light to be out-of-position.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Vehicles following may not notice the turn signal increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the metal stay and rubber supports of the rear turn signal.
Owner complaints
4 complaints
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Latest complaints
- Electrical system › Starter assembly · Engine and engine cooling › Engine
While driving the motorcycle a loud noise was heard. The starter and engine stayed on at the same time. engine failed to shut down. this caused the motorcycle to jerk forward uncontrollably. Consumer had the vehicle towed to the dealer. *ak
- Tires
Tire delaminated during normal wear and use, refused by dealer to admit defect. said dunlop would not warranty tire, no replacement. *ak( dot number: tire size: 16x180 )
- Interior lighting
Glare from sunlight during dawn/dusk makes reading instruments impossible. *ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic
Right foot brake IS some what ackward position. You must rotate your for your ankle to its fullest downward position in order to get proper braking. Please describe details.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 601686Motorcycle owners may complain of poor radio performance.
Every Honda GL1500 model year
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