1998 Honda GL1500
Only 2 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 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1998: 2 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 2 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Suspension
1 of 2 total reports mentions: suspension.
Show complaint excerpts
Suspension rides at the bottom and when turning corners or on the highway,it makes it hard to steer. There is a two inch jerk that occurs at 60-70 MPH. The dealer cannot duplicate the problem.
NHTSA ODI report, 1998-06-24
Service brakes
1 of 2 total reports mentions: service brakes.
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Tl* the contact owns a 1998 Honda goldwing. While riding 30 MPH, the rear brake failed to respond when the pedal was depressed. The failure recurred intermittently.
NHTSA ODI report, 2016-06-09
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
1998 Honda GL1500 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Suspension: 1 report on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 1998 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 1998 Honda GL1500?
- The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1998 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.