2007 Honda GL1800 recalls and problems

The 2007 Honda GL1800 has 4 safety recalls and 20 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Honda dealer.

Recalls
4
Complaints
20
Crashes / fires
2 / 0
Injuries / deaths
4 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2007 Honda GL1800 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2007 Honda GL1800 recalls

Recall 17V-031: Air Bags

Reported Jan 10, 2017 · 882 vehicles affected · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)

Problem: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2006-2009 and 2012 Honda GL1800 (Goldwing) motorcycles originally sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands, or "Zone A." Additionally, if not included in "Zone A," Honda is recalling certain 2006-2009 Honda GL1800 (Goldwing) motorcycles originally sold, or ever registered, in Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia, or "Zone B." Additionally, if not included in Zone A or Zone B above, Honda is recalling certain 2006-2008 Honda GL1800 (Goldwing) motorcycles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the front air bags, these inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.

Risk: An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the operator resulting in serious injury or death.

Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag module, free of charge. The recall began February 2017. Owners may contact Honda Motorcycle Customer Support at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is KE5.

Recall 16V-347: Air Bags

Reported May 24, 2016 · 2,701 vehicles affected · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)

Problem: Honda (American Honda Motor, Inc.) is recalling certain model year 2006-2010 Honda GL1800 (Gold Wing) motorcycles manufactured February 8, 2006, to May 14, 2009 originally sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands, or "Zone A." Additionally, unless included in "Zone A" above, Honda is recalling certain model year 2006-2008 Honda GL 1800 (Gold Wing) motorcycles manufactured May 10, 2007, to May 14, 2009 originally sold, or ever registered, in Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia, or "Zone B." Motorcycles not originally sold or ever registered in either Zones A or B are not subject to this safety recall. These motorcycles are equipped with an air bag inflator assembled as part of the air bag module, used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the air bag, these inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.

Risk: An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the rider resulting in serious injury or death.

Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag module containing the inflator, free of charge. Honda distributed an interim notification to owners on July 19, 2016. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is KA8.

Recall 15V-700: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Reported Oct 23, 2015 · 145,219 vehicles affected · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)

Problem: 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: 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.

Fix: 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.

Recall 11V-567: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Reported Dec 1, 2011 · 126,000 vehicles affected · HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.)

Problem: 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.

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.

Fix: 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.

2007 Honda GL1800 problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Suspension5
Service Brakes5
Power Train4
Steering2
Electrical System2
Service Brakes, Hydraulic2
Seats1
Tires1
Equipment1
Structure1
Unknown or Other1
Vehicle Speed Control1

Most reported parts

  • Power Train › Manual Transmission — 3
  • Suspension › Front — 2
  • Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel — 1
  • Seats › Front Assembly › Seat Heater/Cooler — 1
  • Electrical System › Wiring — 1
  • Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Master Cylinder — 1
  • Structure › Body — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 12,614 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2007 Honda GL1800 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Air Bags · reported May 19, 2018
Takata recall the local honda dealer will not make the repair. I purchased the motorcycle at this dealership. I have contacted them personally multiple times, they say they can't make the repair. Honda corporate has called me and called the local dealer. The local dealer still will not make the repair and honda corporate has not provided me with a way to get the repair made. I have been unable to use my motorcycle for over a year because of this recall not being made.
Service Brakes · at 60,000 miles · reported Nov 29, 2016
The contact owns a 2007 honda gl1800 goldwing. While driving 70 MPH, the rear brakes engaged independently and stopped the motorcycle without warning. The motorcycle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the rear brakes were worn through and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure occurred after the vehicle was serviced per a recall related to the service brakes. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 60,000. The VIN and NHTSA campaign number were not available. Updated 02/15/2017 consumer stated brakes locked…
Service Brakes · reported Apr 29, 2015
The contact owns a 2007 honda gl1800a. The contact received a notification for NHTSA campaign number: 14v472000 (Service brakes) in september of 2014, but the manufacturer stated that the part needed to do the repair was not available. The contact felt the manufacturer exceeded reasonable amount of time to repair the vehicle. The vehicle had not been repaired. The contact had not experienced a failure. Updated 7/1/15
Service Brakes · at 38,000 miles · reported Feb 16, 2015
I applied the hand brake to make a right turn and the brakes started dragging. The brake dragging stopped my 2007 honda goldwing. I repeatedly pump the hand brakes and the brakes released allowing me to continuing to ride. Two recalls have been issued on the goldwing brakes without a permanent fix. The brakes are a safety hazard and could result in serious bodily injuries.
Vehicle Speed Control · at 12,614 miles · reported Sep 22, 2014
Honda gl 1800 motorcycle has heel / toe gear shifter. This shifter "sticks' forward while downshifting. Riding solution is play with heel side of shifter placing pressure on heel to unlock, and repeat through downshift process. This happens occasionally while upshifting, but not as often. Have spoken to service dealer and they confirmed there is a "sticking" problem with the gearshift on these models due to bushing lockup which causes the left foot gearshift to lock up when downshifting. I have found this issue not only aggravating but dangerous depending upon traffic conditions at the time.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2007 Honda GL1800 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2007 Honda GL1800: 17V-031 (air bags), 16V-347 (air bags), 15V-700 (service brakes, hydraulic), 11V-567 (service brakes, hydraulic). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2007 Honda GL1800?

Owners report suspension problems most often (5 reports), followed by service brakes (5). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 12,614 miles.

Are Honda recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Honda dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.