2013 Honda GL1800 recalls and problems

The 2013 Honda GL1800 has 2 safety recalls and 9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Honda dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2013 Honda GL1800 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2013 Honda GL1800 recalls

Recall 18V-045: Air Bags

Reported Jan 9, 2018 · 960 vehicles affected · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)

Problem: 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: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the rider 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 9, 2018. Owners may contact Honda Motorcycle Customer Support at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is KJ1.

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.

2013 Honda GL1800 problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Fuel/Propulsion System	4
Engine	3
Service Brakes	2
Fuel System, Gasoline	1
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	1
Electrical System	1
Vehicle Speed Control	1
Power Train	1
Engine and Engine Cooling	1
Suspension	1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 1,250 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 2013 Honda GL1800 complaints

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

Service Brakes · at 10,750 miles · reported Aug 5, 2016

My bike was brought into my local honda dealership in november 2015 for rear brake recall service. My bike was operating fine prior to the recall work being done. In july 1, 2016 after not ridden my bike during the winter months my rear brake locked up on me as I was on the highway - I was almost rear ended because the bike immediately started to slow down when I depressed my clutch; since my I didn't have a chance to use my brakes lever that would have triggered my rear brake lights to illuminate a car almost rear ended me! So I bring my bike into my local dealer (Friendly honda of slidell…

Engine · at 100 miles · reported Oct 13, 2015

After starting engine, 1st gear engagement, release clutch and feed throttle. Motorcycle will stall when in motion between 1-10 MPH forcing you to engage clutch lever and then twist throttle to try and get engine to rev back up. Hopefully this will happen and you will not fall over due to lack of power from stall. This happens usually when engine temp is in the lower range but can also happen when engine is warm but you have stopped for 10-20 minutes and then you try to start off again. This is totally dangerous especially with a 900 lb. Motorcycle. This has happened intermittently since…

Power Train · at 5,000 miles · reported Jan 11, 2015

The engine stutters and stalls at low speeds resulting in an inability to maintain forward momentum, causing a failure to maintain an upright position without emergency action to disable drive train, such as quickly disengaging clutch in order to allow a smooth coast until control of the vehicle can be safely restored. This condition persists until the engine is at full operating temperature or for about 15-30 minutes depending on riding conditions.

Fuel/Propulsion System · at 8 miles · reported Jan 5, 2015

Riding while the engine is warming up, the engine goes into a stall requiring the rider to pull the clutch. If in the middle of a turn the bike will crash. This problem persists still today. Honda denies there is a problem but many owners are complaining.

Fuel/Propulsion System · at 4,200 miles · reported Sep 15, 2014

Motorcycle exhibits a cold start stumble. At around 1700-2200 RPM (In any gear) the engine stumbles / near-stalls. This loss of power is especially dangerous on a motorcycle where reliable power / speed is necessary to maintain riding stability especially in low speed maneuvering. Loss of power two-up with a passenger, leaned over at 25 degrees, at ~0-5 MPH, in second gear...extremely dangerous...have almost crashed more than once. In many gl1800 and other motorcycle user forums this is a known and much discussed dynamic which honda has to-date ignored / dismissed.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2013 Honda GL1800 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2013 Honda GL1800: 18V-045 (air bags), 15V-700 (service brakes, hydraulic). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2013 Honda GL1800?

Owners report fuel/propulsion system problems most often (4 reports), followed by engine (3). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 1,250 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.