1994 Honda GL1500
Only 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 4
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1994: 4 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1988 | 1 |
| 1989 | 2 |
| 1990 | 0 |
| 1992 | 1 |
| 1994 | 4 |
| 1995 | 3 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1997 | 4 |
| 1998 | 2 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2000 | 4 |
| 2001 | 9 |
| 2002 | 2 |
Known problem areas
Only 4 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Tires
2 of 4 total reports mention: tires.
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Failure of metzeler motorcycle tire size 160 80-16B 75H tread came apart on tire while driving mountain roads. DOT xe 44 E2234113
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-07-02
I have had my last two rear tires fail the same way and both were replaced by me with only about 60% of the tire used.
NHTSA ODI report, 2000-10-30
Suspension
1 of 4 total reports mentions: suspension, most commonly citing front.
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Front suspension performs erratic allowing front wheel to wobble between 35-40 MPH. Please describe details. Tt
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-07-26
Electrical system
1 of 4 total reports mentions: electrical system, most commonly citing front underhood.
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Consumer states that while driving at any speed the motorcycle will stall and died out with out warning due to the wiring harnesses. A recall has been advised but however this make/model and year was not included. Dealer notified.…
NHTSA ODI report, 2002-10-15
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
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- Tires: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Suspension: 1 report on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 1994 Honda GL1500 reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 1994 Honda GL1500?
- The most-reported component is tires, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1994 Honda GL1500 have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.