MYRModel Year Report

1997 Honda GL1500

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1997 Honda GL1500
RENDERED 2026-08-02T09:33:08.983Z

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.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Honda GL1500 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1997 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 1997 1998: 2 complaints 1998 1999: 6 complaints 2000: 4 complaints 2000 2001: 9 complaints 2002: 2 complaints 2002
1997: 4 complaints
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YearComplaints
19881
19892
19900
19921
19944
19953
19968
19974
19982
19996
20004
20019
20022

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 4 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

TIRES

1 of 4 total reports mentions: tires.

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TIRE DELAMINATED DURING NORMAL WEAR AND USE, REFUSED BY DEALER TO ADMIT DEFECT. SAID DUNLOP WOULD NOT WARRANTY TIRE, NO REPLACEMENT. *AK( DOT NUMBER: TIRE SIZE: 16X180 )

NHTSA ODI report, 19990611

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

1 of 4 total reports mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.

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RIGHT FOOT BRAKE IS SOME WHAT ACKWARD POSITION. YOU MUST ROTATE YOUR FOR YOUR ANKLE TO ITS FULLEST DOWNWARD POSITION IN ORDER TO GET PROPER BRAKING. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS.

NHTSA ODI report, 19970718

INTERIOR LIGHTING

1 of 4 total reports mentions: interior lighting.

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GLARE FROM SUNLIGHT DURING DAWN/DUSK MAKES READING INSTRUMENTS IMPOSSIBLE. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19980130

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

1 of 4 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.

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WHILE DRIVING THE MOTORCYCLE A LOUD NOISE WAS HEARD. THE STARTER AND ENGINE STAYED ON AT THE SAME TIME. ENGINE FAILED TO SHUT DOWN. THIS CAUSED THE MOTORCYCLE TO JERK FORWARD UNCONTROLLABLY. CONSUMER HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO THE DEALER. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20040902

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1 of 4 total reports mentions: electrical system.

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WHILE DRIVING THE MOTORCYCLE A LOUD NOISE WAS HEARD. THE STARTER AND ENGINE STAYED ON AT THE SAME TIME. ENGINE FAILED TO SHUT DOWN. THIS CAUSED THE MOTORCYCLE TO JERK FORWARD UNCONTROLLABLY. CONSUMER HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO THE DEALER. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20040902

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19961030 — exterior lighting

THE METAL STAY OR RUBBER SUPPORT FOR THE REAR TURN SIGNAL CAN FALL CAUSING THE REAR TURN SIGNAL LIGHT TO BE OUT-OF-POSITION.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE METAL STAY AND RUBBER SUPPORTS OF THE REAR TURN SIGNAL.

Campaign 96V213000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1997 Honda GL1500 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for tires issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for interior lighting issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 96V213000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1997 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 1997 Honda GL1500?

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

How many recalls does the 1997 Honda GL1500 have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.