2020 Honda GL1800
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
3 recalls name the 2020 Honda GL1800. Newest first.
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 and remedy
Risk
An engine stall and rear wheel lockup can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
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.
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 and remedy
Risk
Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
Honda (American Honda Motor Co) is recalling certain 2020-2022 GL1800 Gold Wing motorcycles equipped with manual transmissions. An ignition timing software error for the engine control unit (ECU) may reduce engine performance, which can result in an engine stall.
Risk and remedy
Risk
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 28, 2022. Owners may contact American Honda Motor Co customer service at 1-866-784-1870.
Owner complaints
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- Engine · Power train · Service brakes
Engine IS stalling from unknown cause. only consistent condition IS that it has occurred during some form of braking and once clutch IS disengaged. Occurs at all speeds. motorcycle was bought brand new and stalling occurred immediately after leaving dealership. stalling IS intermittent, but…
Engine IS stalling from unknown cause. only consistent condition IS that it has occurred during some form of braking and once clutch IS disengaged. Occurs at all speeds. motorcycle was bought brand new and stalling occurred immediately after leaving dealership. stalling IS intermittent, but frequency of occurrence has increased. stalling occurs while in motion. stalling has occurred from 3-65 mph. stalling has occurred while bike IS moving upright and straight. stalling has also occurred while bike has been leaned over and turning. in addition, disengaging the clutch causes a fluctuation in rpm depending on clutch lever position. with absolutely no throttle input and with clutch lever touching the grip, transmission idles at same level in gear as it does when in neutral (approximately 750). however, once lever moves a mere ⅛ inch from grip, the rpms increase by approximately 500 rpm. this occurs when lever still has at least another 1 inch of travel to go until friction zone (engagement). this condition IS always present.
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.
- 10213581"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 connector from the Navi/audio unit. Power up the unit, and the fuse should not blow. You can also test with a known good Navi/audio unit. TechLine may be able to loan a known good Navi/audio unit if one is not available. If the fuse does not fail, the original Navi/audio unit is internally shorted and will need to be replaced. " Newsletter - We have heard of customers riding with the cruise ON with no intention of actually using the cruise control function. These customers have noticed an issue where the cruise ON light in the dash will intermittently turn off on its own and not turn on again until the ignition key is turned off and back on. This will cause a P0504 error code to be stored for a brake switch malfunction. However, there is no actual malfunction of the switch. The rear brake pedal has a brake light switch and a cruise cancel switch. The problem is when both switches are activated for longer than 30 seconds while riding. Newsletter - When installing the NC750X/D accessory light bar (p/n 08A70-MJL-D30 or p/n 08A70-MGS-D30), ensure the front cowl stay holes are drilled in the correct position. The distance between the two mounting holes should be 37mm. If the mounting holes are less than 37mm, the front cowl stay (p/n 08A70-MJL-D30 or p/n 08A70-MGS-D30) will need to be replaced to install the accessory light bar. Newsletter - If the indicator warning light is on at all times and the motorcycle functions normally, you could have a DTC code P170D (shift sensor ground fault) due to the unit not having the quick shift option installed.
- 10187553The 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 when loosening the 17 mm upper nut. If the bolt is not supported, the rubber bushing will be damaged, which will then need to be replaced. Bushing damage will not be covered by warranty.
- 10184026The 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 problem related to the front (1-1) or rear (1-3) wheel speed sensors, or there is a CAN communication error (8-7) related to the ABS system.
- 10184024"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. These stored codes are easily cleared using MCS, and will not return unless there is a problem related to the front (1-1) or rear (1-3) wheel speed sensors, or there is a CAN communication error (8-7) related to the ABS system."
- 10175299Video Message - It concerns how to replace a leaky front rocker arm oil control valve. Due to a deteriorated lower gasket or an out-of-spec gasket groove, the front rocker arm oil control valve can leak in certain V6 models with variable cylinder management. To fix this issue service bulletin A20-023 was posted. Please let us know if you would like a copy of the video sent to you on a DVD or thumb drive.
- 10175298Video Message - It concerns how to replace a leaky front rocker arm oil control valve. Due to a deteriorated lower gasket or an out-of-spec gasket groove, the front rocker arm oil control valve can leak in certain V6 models with variable cylinder management. To fix this issue service bulletin A20-023 was posted. Please let us know if you would like a copy of the video sent to you on a DVD or thumb drive.
- 10174711"Technician news letter - REVERSE ISSUES (GL1800 - M/T) If you verify a customer complaint of a GL1800 with manual transmission not going into reverse or grinding when engaging reverse, the issue is usually caused by improper reverse actuator cable adjustment or lack of lubrication of the reverse shift arm. NAVI SOFTWARE UPDATE (GL1800) The February 2020 update for GL1800 navigation software is available through the Honda Powersports web site. Click on the link below to access the update."
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