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2018 Honda GL1800 recalls and problems

The 2018 Honda GL1800 has 2 safety recalls and 34 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Honda dealer.

Recalls
2
Complaints
34
Crashes / fires
5 / 0
Injuries / deaths
7 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2018 Honda GL1800 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2018 Honda GL1800 recalls

Recall 24V-820: Engine and Engine Cooling

Reported Oct 31, 2024 · 18,196 vehicles affected · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)

Problem: 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: An engine stall and rear wheel lockup can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

Fix: 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.

Recall 24V-113: Fuel System, Gasoline

Reported Feb 15, 2024 · 29,301 vehicles affected · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)

Problem: 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: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: 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.

2018 Honda GL1800 problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Electrical System7
Vehicle Speed Control7
Steering5
Engine5
Power Train5
Fuel System, Gasoline3
Suspension2
Exterior Lighting2
Fuel/Propulsion System2
Unknown or Other2
Service Brakes2
Visibility/Wiper1

Most reported parts

  • Structure › Body — 1
  • Vehicle Speed Control › Throttle — 1
  • Electrical System › Alternator/Generator/Regulator — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 7,532 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 2018 Honda GL1800 complaints

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

Steering · at 9,000 miles · reported May 16, 2025
The contact owns a 2018 Honda GL1800 Motorcycle. The contact stated that while releasing the accelerator pedal at speeds of 40 MPH or higher, whether on cruise control or not, the motorcycle experienced the death wobble. The motorcycle was taken to the dealer and was not diagnosed. The contact stated that the bearings on the handlebar were replaced; however, the failure persisted. The motorcycle was taken to another dealer, Xtreme Machines (700 NJ-33, Millstone, NJ 08535); who did not diagnose the failure and confirmed that the motorcycle was not safe to ride. The dealer tightened the bolts on…
Fuel System, Gasoline · reported Sep 23, 2024
The contact owns a 2018 Honda Gold Wing GL 1800 Motorcycle. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V113000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
Engine · reported Aug 18, 2024
The UBS bolt broke off ( according to honda mechanics who worked on the bike) causing the motorcycle to lose all power instantly. The engine basically fell apart. I was traveling 55 miles an hour on a two lane curvy mountain road with virtually no shoulder and traffic in both directions. With no power I tried to pull off the road But could not as my first reaction was to grab the brakes, causing traffic to come dangerously close behind me. with on coming traffic I had no choice but to try and get off the road. There was a 6 to 8 inch drop off onto the grass (no shoulder) at this point I lost…
Electrical System · reported Aug 9, 2024
31300-KVZ-632 1.00 MOTOR, RATIO CONTROL - this is the part that failed. It is not available for inspection as the dealer has replaced the failed part under warranty. The safety risk is, if it breaks under acceleration, you are stuck in that gear so merging onto an interstate you could in fact be run over. Yes, the dealer confirmed and replaced the component. Yes, there were warning lamps including the check engine light. After starting and restarting the bike several times it cleared, and I rode the bike to the hotel (approx. 10 miles) and then it failed again. My assessment is as follows…
Parking Brake · at 32,000 miles · reported Aug 8, 2024
The contact owns a 2018 Honda GL1800 Motorcycle. The contact stated that while the motorcycle was parked and the parking brake was activated, the parking brake failed, and the motorcycle rolled backwards. The contact fell off the motorcycle and sustained bruises and was checked out by the office nurse after the failure. The motorcycle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 32,000.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2018 Honda GL1800 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2018 Honda GL1800: 24V-820 (engine and engine cooling), 24V-113 (fuel system, gasoline). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2018 Honda GL1800?

Owners report electrical system problems most often (7 reports), followed by vehicle speed control (7). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 7,532 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.