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2021 Honda GL1800 recalls and problems

3 recalls and 7 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2021 Honda GL1800.

3
recalls
7
owner complaints
1
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.

2021 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.

What owners report

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

Jun 18, 2025 · Steering · 22,000 miles

The contact owns a 2021 Honda GL1800 Motorcycle. The contact stated that while operating the motorcycle, the handlebars had become loose and were wobbly. Upon inspection, the contact discovered that the nut used to secure the handlebars was loose. The contact tightened the steering nut, but eventually the failure…

Apr 19, 2024 · Steering

Shortly after purchasing brand new in July of 2021, this motorcycle developed a violent shake and wobble at 40mph, which could be felt between 35mph and 45mph, but was much worse at 40mph. It also developed at the same time a constant, uncommanded pull to the right. I have tried for three years to get this problem…

Nov 4, 2022 · Service brakes

Found that the front brake rotors were on the wrong side. Honda specifies different part numbers for each rotor. Went to dealer to resolve this issue and express my concern about it being a safety issue. The dealer contacted Honda, and they agreed to pay to have the rotors installed the right way and replace the brake…

Jan 30, 2022 · Electrical system · crash reported

I was pulling into a parking spot to turn the bike around and back into the spot. While sitting sideways in a parking spot, I increased the throttle slightly to pull forward. The throttle acted as if it was stuck and the bike lurched forward after I released the throttle. I applied the front brake but the bike…

Sep 10, 2021 · Vehicle speed control

At approximately 800 miles, the throttle became sticky. The return spring will close the throttle; however, there is excessive friction that developed while riding. Temperatures were approximately 85-95 degrees. The problem is that fine feathering of the throttle is not possible. By the time enough hand control…

GL1800 model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2018 23450
2019 2800
2020 3100
2021 3710
2022 2100
2023 1200
2024 1300

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

Questions

Does the 2021 Honda GL1800 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2021 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 2021 Honda GL1800?
Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is vehicle speed control (3 complaints), followed by electrical system (2).
How many 2021 Honda GL1800 complaints mention a crash or fire?
1 of 7 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 June 18, 2025.