2001 Honda GL1800A Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other GL1800A years
- Far more complaints than other years 2nd of 8 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 14 complaints with NHTSA about the 2001 Honda GL1800A. That ranks 2nd out of 8 GL1800A model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is structure (4 complaints, 29%), typically at around 61,000 miles. Complaints mention 2 crashes. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 14owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 2complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2001 Honda GL1800A 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Structure | 4 | 29% | 61,000 | — | — |
| Suspension | 4 | 29% | 43,398 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 3 | 21% | 41,840 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 7% | — | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 7% | 94,700 | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 7% | 8,235 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 7% | 21,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2001 Honda GL1800A recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
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.
Structure:frame and members
Problem: 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.
Risk: The welded area could break, resulting in rear suspension collapse or lower cross member separation, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
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.
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 2001 honda gl1800a motorcycle. While driving 40 mph, he noticed that the speedometer would not increase beyond 40 mph until he touched the screen. The dealer was stated that they could not replace the part without permission from honda. He contact is concerned about the safety…
I have a 2001 honda goldwing gl1800a motorcycle. In june of 2004 while riding in the mountains i downshifted to second gear, it went in fine but as i accelerated out of a curve the bike lurched forward. When i got back to reno i reported this to the local honda dealer. They rode it and could not…
I submitted an earlier compliant #10237793. This described a frame crack is on the left side of the frame. Today, i found a second frame crack in the exact same location but, on the opposite side(right) of the frame. The crack originates in a weld area & migrates into the frame tubing. Both cracks…
I discovered the frame on my 2001 honda gl1800a is cracked. Its location is the left lower tube that is below the battery box. This particular crack situation has been experienced by many cqnsumers.this crack was not described in the last honda motorcycle frame crack recall.
I discovered frame cracks on my 2001 honda goldwing gl 1800, on 16 april, 2008. The frame cracks are located below the passenger foot rest on both left and right side. The crack begins in a weld and descends into the frame. I contacted american honda on 16 april to seek guidance and was instructed…
Other Honda GL1800A years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 GL1800A | 1 | 0 |
| 2013 GL1800A | 11 | 0 |
| 2008 GL1800A | 2 | 0 |
| 2005 GL1800A | 0 | 1 |
| 2004 GL1800A | 3 | 3 |
| 2003 GL1800A | 16 | 4 |
| 2002 GL1800A | 8 | 4 |
| 2001 | 14 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Honda GL1800A?
Owners most often report structure, suspension, electrical system problems. The top one, structure, accounts for 4 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2001 Honda GL1800A?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2001 Honda GL1800A a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other GL1800A model years, the 2001 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.