2000 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 PER YEAR
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| 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.
1 of 4 total reports mentions: tires.
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PROBLEM WITH A CAR VIBRATION ONCE AND MECHANIC WHO WORKED ON IT SAID THERE'S NO PROBLEM. (NAR) *LA *CB
NHTSA ODI report, 20040729
1 of 4 total reports mentions: power train.
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REVERSE GEAR WENT OUT THE VERY FIRST DAY. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED.*AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20000731
1 of 4 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.
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CONSUMER STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AND WITHOUT WARNING THE RADIATOR WOULD OVER HEAT CAUSING A DISTRACTION TO THE CONSUMER. DEALER NOTIFIED. TS
NHTSA ODI report, 20021126
1 of 4 total reports mentions: electrical system.
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THE NEW ARAII HELMETS AND J&M HEADSETS WERE PURCHASED AT THE TIME THE MOTORCYCLE WAS PURCHASED, THE FIRST TIME THE CONSUMER TRIED TO US THE INTERCOM FUNCTION IT DID NOT WORK BECAUSE OF A BROKEN WIRE IN THE WIRING HARNESS GOING TOT HE PASSENGER...
NHTSA ODI report, 20021223
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2000 Honda GL1500 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for tires issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (1 reports on file for this year).
FAQ
Is the 2000 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 2000 Honda GL1500?
The most-reported component is tires, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2000 Honda GL1500 have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.