Does the 2018 Honda GL1800 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2018 Honda GL1800, the most recent reported on October 31, 2024 (Engine and engine cooling: engine, hard parts internal/mechanical). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2018 Honda GL1800?

Owners have filed 34 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is vehicle speed control (7 complaints), followed by electrical system (6).

How many 2018 Honda GL1800 complaints mention a crash or fire?

5 of 34 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 7 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2018 Honda GL1800 recalls and problems

2 recalls and 34 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2018 Honda GL1800.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2018 Honda GL1800 recalls

Engine and engine cooling: engine, hard parts internal/mechanical

NHTSA campaign 24V820000 · reported October 31, 2024 · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) · 18,196 vehicles potentially affected

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

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump

NHTSA campaign 24V113000 · reported February 15, 2024 · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) · 29,301 vehicles potentially affected

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

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Vehicle speed control7
Electrical system6
Engine5
Power train5
Steering5
Fuel system, gasoline3
Exterior lighting2
Fuel/propulsion system2
Service brakes2
Suspension2

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Jun 20, 2025 · Steering
There is a Service Bulletin on the steering handle bars. The dealership I take it to is Go Az Flagstaff, AZ [phone removed]. On a recall service appointment I was advised by the service manager of the loose handle bar service bulletin. It was addressed at that time. I had my motorcycle in for another recall and told…

May 16, 2025 · Steering · 9,000 miles
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…

Sep 23, 2024 · Fuel system, gasoline
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…

Aug 18, 2024 · Engine
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…

Aug 9, 2024 · Electrical system
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…

GL1800 model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes
2015	2	8	0
2016	1	5	1
2018	2	34	5
2019	2	8	0
2020	3	1	0
2021	3	7	1

Across all years, the 2002 GL1800 has the most complaints (182). All Honda GL1800 years →

Questions

Does the 2018 Honda GL1800 have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2018 Honda GL1800, the most recent reported on October 31, 2024 (Engine and engine cooling: engine, hard parts internal/mechanical). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Honda GL1800?: Owners have filed 34 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is vehicle speed control (7 complaints), followed by electrical system (6).
How many 2018 Honda GL1800 complaints mention a crash or fire?: 5 of 34 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 7 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received June 20, 2025.