MYRModel Year Report

1996 Honda GL1500

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1996 Honda GL1500
RENDERED 2026-09-17T02:50:28.977Z

Only 8 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 8 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Honda GL1500 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1996 highlighted. 1988: 1 complaints 1988 1989: 2 complaints 1990: 0 complaints 1990 1992: 1 complaints 1994: 4 complaints 1994 1995: 3 complaints 1996: 8 complaints 1996 1997: 4 complaints 1998: 2 complaints 1998 1999: 6 complaints 2000: 4 complaints 2000 2001: 9 complaints 2002: 2 complaints 2002
1996: 8 complaints
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YearComplaints
19881
19892
19900
19921
19944
19953
19968
19974
19982
19996
20004
20019
20022

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 8 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SUSPENSION

2 of 8 total reports mention: suspension, most commonly citing rear.

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THE CONSUMER STATES THAT THE SUSPENSION AND BEARING WAS GETTING WORSE, AND HAS BEEN PRESENT FOR 4-5 YEARS. THE CONSUMER STATES THAT HE HAD TAKEN THE MOTORCYCLE TO THE DEALER AND THEY WONT ACKNOWLEDGE THE PROBLEM.

NHTSA ODI report, 20021211

SERVICE BRAKES

2 of 8 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

STEERING

1 of 8 total reports mentions: steering, most commonly citing steering wheel/handle bar.

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WHILE DRIVING THE MOTORCYCLE AT 40 MPH, THE STEERING HEAD BEARING LOOSENED UP,CAUSED A VIOLENT SHAKE IN THE FRONT WHEEL. WHICH COULD HAVE CAUSED DRIVER TO LOSE CONTROL OF MOTORCYCLE. HONDA IS AWARE OF THE PROBLEM. THE PROBLEM HAS BEEN CORRECTED.

NHTSA ODI report, 19980908

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

1 of 8 total reports mentions: exterior lighting, most commonly citing turn signal.

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THE TURN SIGNALS ON ALL HONDA GOLDWINGS MOTORCYCLE ARE DESIGNED TO CANCEL AFTER 7 SECONDS OR AFTER 110 YARDS OF TRAVEL. THIS MEANS AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS, THE CONSUMER HAD TO TURN ON THE SIGNALS MANY TIMES BEFORE TURNING.

NHTSA ODI report, 20050222

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

1 of 8 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing engine.

INJURY
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BALANCE SENSOR MALFUNCTIONED WHILE ON THE ROAD, CAUSING THE ENGINE TO SHUT OFF. CLIENT WAS THROWN OFF MOTORCYCLE AND LANDED ON HIS BACK, PUNCTURING A LUNG.

NHTSA ODI report, 19980915

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1996 Honda GL1500 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for steering issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1996 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 1996 Honda GL1500?

The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1996 Honda GL1500 have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.