2014 Honda GL1800 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other GL1800 years
- Not enough data 15th of 22 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA about the 2014 Honda GL1800. That ranks 15th out of 22 GL1800 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is service brakes (4 complaints, 57%), typically at around 12,000 miles. Complaints mention 2 injuries. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
- 7owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2014 Honda GL1800 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 4 | 57% | 12,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 2 | 29% | 600 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 29% | 550 | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 14% | 15,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2014 Honda GL1800 recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module
Problem: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2009-2010 and 2012-2016 Honda GL1800 Gold Wing motorcycles. These motorcycles have air bag inflators assembled as part of the air bag module that may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to higher absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the rider resulting in serious injury or death.
Fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag module, free of charge. The recall began February 9, 2018. Owners may contact Honda Motorcycle Customer Support at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is KJ1.
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:master cylinder
Problem: 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.
Risk: 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.
Fix: 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 recall supercedes recall 14V-472.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Inconsistent Throttle Control (PE15014) — opened Apr 20, 2015, closed Nov 13, 2015.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 HONDA MOTORCYCLE. THE VEHICLE MODEL WAS UNKNOWN. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE REAR BRAKES DRAGGED UNTIL THEY WERE HEATED UP AND THE REAR BRAKES LOCKED UP. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE. THE FAILURE RECURRED SEVERAL OTHER TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS…
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 honda gl1800. When the rear brakes were engaged, the vehicle shuttered without warning. The contact mentioned that the failure recurred after the vehicle was serviced per nhtsa campaign number: 15v700000 (service brakes, hydraulic). The dealer determined that the vehicle…
After performing the rear brake master cylinder recall there is a pronounced chatter or vibration to the motorcycle when the rear brakes are applied. Rear brakes are applied under certain slow speed maneuvers or when turning sharply at slow speed. This issue was reported to the dealership and…
Since the bike was new it has a severe stumble at low speeds when the engine is not at full operating temperature. The motorcycle acts as if it's not getting enough air or fuel or both and will lose power. If you attempt to compensate by adding more throttle it will take off suddenly, sometimes…
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 honda gl1800. While riding at various speeds, the brake system stalled. The contact stated that the motorcycle was recently repaired per a recall to replace the brake master cylinder and the rear brake master cylinder; however, the failure recurred. Also, when depressing…
Other Honda GL1800 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 GL1800 | 3 | 1 |
| 2023 GL1800 | 2 | 1 |
| 2022 GL1800 | 1 | 2 |
| 2021 GL1800 | 7 | 3 |
| 2020 GL1800 | 1 | 3 |
| 2019 GL1800 | 8 | 2 |
| 2018 GL1800 | 34 | 2 |
| 2016 GL1800 | 5 | 1 |
| 2015 GL1800 | 8 | 2 |
| 2014 | 7 | 2 |
| 2013 GL1800 | 9 | 2 |
| 2012 GL1800 | 31 | 4 |
| 2010 GL1800 | 24 | 4 |
| 2009 GL1800 | 2 | 5 |
| 2008 GL1800 | 47 | 4 |
| 2007 GL1800 | 20 | 4 |
| 2006 GL1800 | 22 | 5 |
| 2005 GL1800 | 18 | 2 |
| 2004 GL1800 | 10 | 4 |
| 2003 GL1800 | 101 | 6 |
| 2002 GL1800 | 182 | 6 |
| 2001 GL1800 | 84 | 5 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Honda GL1800?
Owners most often report service brakes, engine, fuel/propulsion system problems. The top one, service brakes, accounts for 4 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2014 Honda GL1800?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2014 Honda GL1800 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other GL1800 model years, the 2014 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.