2018 Honda GL1800 problems, complaints & recalls

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Owners have filed 28 complaints with NHTSA about the 2018 Honda GL1800, most often about acceleration & cruise control. There are 2 recalls for this model year.

Complaints
28
Recalls
2
Crashes
4
Fires
0
Injuries
7
Median mileage
11,131 mi
at time of problem

Key facts

  • Acceleration & Cruise Control is the most-reported problem area, named in 7 of 28 complaints (25%).
  • Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion (5) and electrical system (5) follow.
  • Half of the complaints that list mileage happened before 11,131 mi.
  • Owners reported 4 crashes, 0 fires and 7 injuries.
  • The 2018 Honda GL1800 has 2 recalls on file.
  • It has the most serious complaint record of all 13 Honda GL1800 model years we track.

2018 Honda GL1800 problems by category

  • Acceleration & Cruise Control · 4 crashes
    7 complaints
  • Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    5 complaints
  • Electrical System · 2 crashes
    5 complaints
  • Engine
    4 complaints
  • Steering
    4 complaints
  • Transmission & Drivetrain · 1 crash
    3 complaints
  • Brakes
    3 complaints
  • Lighting
    2 complaints
  • Other / Unknown · 1 crash
    2 complaints
  • Suspension
    2 complaints
  • Body & Structure · 1 crash
    1 complaints

A complaint can mention more than one problem area, so categories add up to more than the total.

Most-reported components

Component (as filed with NHTSA)Complaints
Vehicle speed control6
Electrical system5
Engine4
Steering4
Power train3
Fuel system, gasoline3
Suspension2
Unknown or other2

When problems happen (mileage)

6Under 10k210k–30k430k–60k60k–100k100k–150k150k+
Mileage at the time of the problem, for 2018 Honda GL1800 complaints that list mileage.

2018 Honda GL1800 recalls (2)

  • Recall 24V820000Oct 31, 202418,196 vehicles
    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL

    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.

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

    Remedy: 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.

  • Recall 24V113000Feb 15, 202429,301 vehicles
    FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

    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.

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

    Remedy: 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.

Recent 2018 Honda GL1800 complaints

Excerpts of the newest owner complaints, lightly cleaned of personal details. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

  1. Filed Jun 20, 2025AZSteering
    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 them that the handle bars are still loose and American Honda told them they wouldn't cover it. This seamed illogical to me. It is obvious that their problem that…
    NHTSA complaint #11668158 · source
  2. Filed May 16, 20259,000 miNJSteering
    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 on the handlebar were replaced; however, the failure persisted. The motorcycle was taken to another dealer, Xtreme Machines (700 NJ-33, Millstone, NJ 08535);…
    NHTSA complaint #11661403 · source
  3. Filed Sep 23, 2024TXFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    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. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
    NHTSA complaint #11616004 · source
  4. Filed Aug 18, 2024CO1 injuredEngine
    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 off the road But could not as my first reaction was to grab the brakes, causing traffic to come dangerously close behind me. with on coming traffic I had no…
    NHTSA complaint #11609224 · source
  5. Filed Aug 9, 2024NJElectrical SystemEngineAcceleration & Cruise Control
    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 dealer confirmed and replaced the component. Yes, there were warning lamps including the check engine light. After starting and restarting the bike several times…
    NHTSA complaint #11607446 · source
  6. Filed Aug 8, 2024ORElectrical SystemEngine
    The BOLT holding the Alternator/Starter or ISG unit BROKE. While this caused no injury as the Alternator stayed together, it could have caused the motorcycle to shut down while riding. The Honda Dealer replaced the Alternator under the Honda Extended Warranty. There were no symptoms, lights, or warnings.
    NHTSA complaint #11607365 · source
  7. Filed Aug 8, 202432,000 miIL1 injuredBrakes
    The contact owns a 2018 Honda GL1800 Motorcycle. The contact stated that while the motorcycle was parked and the parking brake was activated, the parking brake failed, and the motorcycle rolled backwards. The contact fell off the motorcycle and sustained bruises and was checked out by the office nurse after the failure. The motorcycle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure…
    NHTSA complaint #11607234 · source
  8. Filed Jul 30, 2024FLFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    The contact owns a 2018 Honda GL1800 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. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
    NHTSA complaint #11605460 · source

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Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data, as of Oct 11, 2026. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology