2001 Honda GL1800 Recalls

NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for the 2001 Honda GL1800. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 15V700000Oct 23, 2015145,219 vehicles potentially affected
  Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Master cylinder
  Covers: Honda GL1800 2001–2010, 2012–2015, GL1800A 2001–2005, GL1800B 2013–2015

  Reported issue: 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.

  Possible consequence: 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…

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• 11V567000Dec 1, 2011126,000 vehicles potentially affected
  Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Master cylinder
  Covers: Honda GL1800 2001–2010, 2012

  Reported issue: 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.

  Possible consequence: 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.

  Remedy: 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.

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• 05V027000Jan 31, 200534,919 vehicles potentially affected
  Structure › Frame and members
  Covers: Honda GL1800 2001–2004, GL1800A 2001–2004

  Reported issue: On some motorcycles, certain frame welds do not meet manufacturing specifications. High loads created when riding on rough road surfaces or through potholes can cause the affected welds to crack.

  Possible consequence: The welded area could break, resulting in rear suspension collapse or lower cross member separation, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, reinforce the welds on 2001-2002 motorcycles free of charge. On 2003-2004 motorcycles, the units will be repaired, no inspection will be necessary. The recall began on february 9, 2005. Owners may contact honda at 1-866-784-1870.

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• 01V162000May 9, 20016,662 vehicles potentially affected
  Engine and engine cooling › Engine
  Covers: Honda GL1800 2001

  Reported issue: Vehicle description: motorcycles equipped with a newly designed engine stop switch. The engine stop switch is sensitive to accidental contact or strong jolting, such as hitting a pothole or riding over railroad tracks,which could cause the engine to cut out momentarily or even shut off.

  Possible consequence: Sudden loss of engine power could lead to a crash.

  Remedy: Dealers will install a contact plate, e-clip, and 2 contact plate springs. Owner notification began april 19, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact honda at 1-310-532-9811.

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• 01V133000Apr 23, 20018,107 vehicles potentially affected
  Engine and engine cooling › Engine
  Covers: Honda GL1800 2001

  Reported issue: Vehicle description: motorcycles equipped with a newly designed pulse rotor. The crankshaft pulse rotor, a device used for ignition timing, could fail and cause the engine to stall.

  Possible consequence: This sudden loss of engine power could lead to a crash.

  Remedy: Dealers will install a redesigned pulse rotor. Owner notification began april 19, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact honda at 1-800-999-1009.

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NHTSA investigations

• AQ12001Southern Honda PowersportsClosed · May 14, 2012
• RQ04009Frame crossmemeber weld failuresClosed · Sep 21, 2004
• PE03039Rear suspension collapseClosed · Aug 11, 2003
• PE02077Motorcycle coolant spray onto rear tireClosed · Oct 15, 2002

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