3 recalls and 1 owner complaint on file with NHTSA for the 2020 Honda GL1800.
3
recalls
1
owner complaints
0
complaints mentioning a crash
0
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.
2020 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.
Engine and engine cooling: engine, engine control module (ECU/ECM), software
NHTSA campaign 22V449000 · reported June 23, 2022 · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) · 1,740 vehicles potentially affected
The problem
Honda (American Honda Motor Co) is recalling certain 2020-2022 GL1800 Gold Wing motorcycles equipped with manual transmissions. An ignition timing software error for the engine control unit (ECU) may reduce engine performance, which can result in an engine stall.
The risk
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will update the ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 28, 2022. Owners may contact American Honda Motor Co customer service at 1-866-784-1870.
Most reported problems
Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.
Engine1
Power train1
Service brakes1
What owners report
Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.
Sep 18, 2020 · Service brakes · 2 miles
ENGINE IS STALLING FROM UNKNOWN CAUSE. ONLY CONSISTENT CONDITION IS THAT IT HAS OCCURRED DURING SOME FORM OF BRAKING AND ONCE CLUTCH IS DISENGAGED. OCCURS AT ALL SPEEDS. MOTORCYCLE WAS BOUGHT BRAND NEW AND STALLING OCCURRED IMMEDIATELY AFTER LEAVING DEALERSHIP. STALLING IS INTERMITTENT, BUT FREQUENCY OF OCCURRENCE HAS…
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2020 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 2020 Honda GL1800?
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (1 complaints), followed by power train (1).
How many 2020 Honda GL1800 complaints mention a crash or fire?
0 of 1 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.
Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received September 18, 2020.