2014 Honda GL1800
Only 7 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 7 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 7
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2014
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2014: 7 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2001 | 84 |
| 2002 | 182 |
| 2003 | 101 |
| 2004 | 10 |
| 2005 | 18 |
| 2006 | 22 |
| 2007 | 20 |
| 2008 | 47 |
| 2009 | 2 |
| 2010 | 24 |
| 2011 | 0 |
| 2012 | 31 |
| 2013 | 9 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2018 | 34 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2020 | 1 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2022 | 1 |
| 2023 | 2 |
| 2024 | 3 |
Known problem areas
Only 7 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Service brakes
4 of 7 total reports mention: service brakes.
Show complaint excerpts
After performing the rear brake master cylinder recall there is a pronounced chatter or vibration to the motorcycle when the rear brakes are applied. Rear brakes are applied under certain slow speed maneuvers or when turning sharply at slow speed.
NHTSA ODI report, 2016-07-06
Fuel/propulsion system
2 of 7 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.
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Since the bike was new it has a severe stumble at low speeds when the engine is not at full operating temperature. The motorcycle acts as if it's not getting enough air or fuel or both and will lose power.
NHTSA ODI report, 2016-07-06
Also filed under Engine
Engine
2 of 7 total reports mention: engine.
Suspension
1 of 7 total reports mentions: suspension.
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2015-04-20Preliminary evaluationClosed 2015-11-13 Inconsistent Throttle Control
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2015-12-07Service brakes, hydraulic15V700000 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2001-2010 and 2012-2015 GL1800, 2001-2005 GL1800A and 2013-2015 GL1800B motorcycles. The rear brakes of the affected motorcycles may drag after the brakes are released.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the secondary brake master cylinder and the rear brake master cylinder, and flush the brake fluid, free of charge. The recall began on December 7, 2015.
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2018-02-09Air bags18V045000 Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2009-2010 and 2012-2016 Honda GL1800 Gold Wing motorcycles.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag module, free of charge. The recall began February 9, 2018. Owners may contact Honda Motorcycle Customer Support at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is KJ1.
Buy-smart checklist
2014 Honda GL1800 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Service brakes: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Fuel/propulsion system: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 15V700000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
- Recall 18V045000 · Air bags
Other years of this model
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- Is the 2014 Honda GL1800 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 2014 Honda GL1800?
- The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 57% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2014 Honda GL1800 have?
- 2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.