2014 Honda GL1800
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
2 recalls name the 2014 Honda GL1800. Newest first.
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 and remedy
Risk
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the rider resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
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.
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 and remedy
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.
Remedy
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.
Owner complaints
7 complaints2 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- 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…
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. Washington st., thornton, co 80229), but the failure could not be diagnosed. The vehicle was taken to the same dealer three times, but the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted at 866-784-1870, but the contact heard a recorded message. The dealer contacted the manufacturer and was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 0.
- Service brakes
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…
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 handles needed to be used at the same time. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 10,000.
- Engine · Fuel/propulsion system
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…
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 new and three times I was in mortal danger, once with my wife on the back of the bike. (She will not ride on this bike any more and I will be getting a new one.) the dealership has tried many things at the direction of honda customer service, including new plugs, now fuel injection, and reflashing the ecu. Nothing has resolved the issue. honda cs first suggested letting the motorcycle warm up to full operating temperature...near 20 minutes even in warm weather. They then advised me to get couples counseling if my wife won't ride with me due to the issue. Last, they suggested that I not drive in locations where I have to maintain less than 10mph. (I work at a hospital that IS within a school zone on a military base.) in the end honda has denied that there IS any issue.
- Service brakes
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…
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 changed the brake pads twice as well as bled the system down again, no change. Honda customer service was contacted and I was informed that they have never heard of this issue and that both brakes must always be applied. (This IS untrue.) if the bike IS moving at great speed, where both brakes are applied this issue doesn't seem to manifest. If it does happen, it keep occurring until the front brake has been applied prior to re-applying the back brake. This behavior was not present prior to the recall being performed on the rear brake master cylinder.
- Service brakes · Suspension
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…
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 though he was riding over multiple train tracks and felt unsafe. The manufacturer was not notified and no repairs were made. The nhtsa campaign number was unknown. The failure mileage was 15,000.
- Engine
Throttle surges and/or hesitates at slow speeds till engine warms up. quite dangerous and could lead to crash.
- Fuel/propulsion system
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
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Inconsistent Throttle Control
This PE was opened after NHTSA received 10 owner complaints alleging vehicle control was compromised due to inconsistent throttle control in MY 2012-14 Honda GL1800 motorcycles.Typically during the first five minutes of operation (cold engine), riders would experience a pronounced engine stumble when operating the…
This PE was opened after NHTSA received 10 owner complaints alleging vehicle control was compromised due to inconsistent throttle control in MY 2012-14 Honda GL1800 motorcycles.Typically during the first five minutes of operation (cold engine), riders would experience a pronounced engine stumble when operating the bike at low speeds and minimal throttle applications.Riders were concerned that this scenario would result in a crash if the stumble were to occur while making a sharp turn at low speed.Since opening this investigation we discussed the issue with Honda motorcycle dealers and service personnel and subject vehicle owners / complainants.We test rode one complaint GL1800 and monitored web forum activity.Based on the information gathered, the issue of low speed engine stumble in these motorcycles does not appear to jeopardize safety.The absence of crashes in a population of vehicles with up to 4 years in service indicates riders are able to instinctively correct for any control issue that may accrue from a low speed cold engine stumble.In the absence of a actionable defect trend, we are closing this PE.We continue to monitor complaints and other information sources for any data that may alter this finding.If such information is found, we will respond accordingly.The ODI reports cited above can be reviewed at: http://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/owners/SearchNHTSAID using the following complaint identification numbers: 10785837,10783109,10781852,10760402,10670092,10662128,10653041,10643482,10641998,10639635,10639538,10639483,10633401,10633110,10632624,10632569,10631910,10621114,10577493,10572733,10550566,10549745,10548741,10548568,10546436,10532817,10532620,10532347,10532553,10532249,10531538,10523914,10523890,10523515,10523017,10512486
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.
- 11006820Dealer 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, it will require the TPMS kit listed in this bulletin. Individual parts for the new kit are available for future repairs.
- 11006819Service 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 replacement, it will require the TPMS kit listed in this bulletin. Individual parts for the new kit are available for future repairs.
- 11005194Service 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 replacement, it will require the TPMS kit listed in this bulletin. Individual parts for the new kit are available for future repairs.
- 11002696Service 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 replacement, it will require the TPMS kit listed in this bulletin. Individual parts for the new kit are available for future repairs.
- 11002695Dealer 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, it will require the TPMS kit listed in this bulletin. Individual parts for the new kit are available for future repairs.
- 10245564Service 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 replacement, it will require the TPMS kit listed in this bulletin. Individual parts in the kit are available for future repairs.
- 10107354Technician newsletter - navi map update cards, oil filter installation
- 10100792Service bulletin - honda IS launching a safety recall of 2001-2015 gl1800/a and gl1800b/bd motorcycles. Honda has determined that under conditions where the brake fluid IS not replaced according to the maintenance schedule (every 12,000 miles or two years, whichever comes first), solid deposits may form within the brake fluid, leading to component malfunction within the secondary master cylinder, which may cause the rear brake to drag.
- 10100782"Honda IS launching a safety recall on model year 2001 through 2015 gl1800/a and gl1800b/bd motorcycles to replace a potentially defective secondary master cylinder. Under conditions where the brake fluid IS not replaced according to the maintenance schedule, deposits may form within the brake fluid, leading to component malfunction within the secondary master cylinder, which may cause the rear brake to drag. A dragging rear brake increases the risk of a crash and may generate enough heat to cause the rear brake to catch fire."
- 10099957Newsletter - the repair procedure for the secondary master cylinder (smc) recall IS very involved, so make sure to read through the entire bulletin before hand so you can visualize the procedures before you start. Not only will you be installing an updated smc and a new rear master cylinder, but it IS important to carefully follow each step in exact order so that the pedal brake line IS completely flushed of any contaminants.
- 10099874"Dealer message - effective immediately the secondary master cylinder (smc) kits for this recall are available on open order. As indicated in s/b gl1800 #23 and other communications about this recall, it IS absolutely critical that only pro honda dot 4 brake fluid be used during the repair procedure. To help ensure an adequate supply of brake fluid IS available for recall repairs, an additional allocation of pro honda dot 4 brake fluid will be shipped to dealers. The allocation IS based on your dealerships previously submitted gl1800 smc recall warranty claims."
- 10099681Dealer message - the available stock of the repair kit for 13-14 gl1800b/bd (F6B) has become low. As a result, the availability of p/n 06454-mjg-306 will be controlled by techline until further notice. All other parts for this campaign remain available on open order.
- 10099488"Dealer message - on december 11, several sections of s/b gl1800 #23 were revised to include information for the repair of trike coversions."
- 10099350"Service bulletin - honda IS launching a safety recall of 2012-2015 gl1800/a and 2013-2015 gl1800b/bd motorcycles, and IS implementing a recall remedy for 2001-2010 and 2012 gl1800/a motorcycles already subject to safety recall JG6. Honda has determined that under conditions where the brake fluid IS subject to prolonged aging due to a lack of maintenance (i.e., the brake fluid IS not replaced for a long period of time despite the published maintenance schedule of replacement every 12,000 miles or two years, whichever comes first), deposits may form within the brake fluid. If sufficient deposits are formed, they can result in a malfunction of the secondary master cylinder, which may cause the rear brake to drag."
- 10057023Honda: technician newsletter providing various information on accessories including malfunction indicator lamp (mil), off road vehicles, motorcycles tires, and warranties. Model 2009 gl1800.
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