MYRModel Year Report

2002 Honda GL1800A

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2002 Honda GL1800A
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:50:58.410Z

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
8

Too few to rank

Recalls
4

Campaigns on file for 2002

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

2001: 14 complaints 2001 2002: 8 complaints 2002 8 2003: 16 complaints 2003 2004: 3 complaints 2004 2005: 0 complaints 2005 2008: 2 complaints 2008 2013: 11 complaints 2013 2015: 1 complaint 2015
2001: 14 complaints 2001 2002: 8 complaints 2002 8 2003: 16 complaints 2003 2004: 3 complaints 2004 2005: 0 complaints 2005 2008: 2 complaints 2008 2013: 11 complaints 2013 2015: 1 complaint 2015
2001: 14 complaints 2001 2002: 8 complaints 2002 8 2003: 16 complaints 2003 2004: 3 complaints 2004 2005: 0 complaints 2005 2008: 2 complaints 2008 2013: 11 complaints 2013 2015: 1 complaint 2015

2002: 8 complaints

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YearComplaints
200114
20028
200316
20043
20050
20082
201311
20151

Known problem areas

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

Structure

3 of 8 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing frame and members.

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Crack in 2002 ABS Honda gold wing motorcycle frame on left lower frame.

NHTSA ODI report, 2004-03-22

Service brakes

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

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This concerns an ongoing safety recall for rear brake lockup on GL1800 goldwing. I own a 2002 model.

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-05-09

Following brake recall repair completed in late 2016 by Honda dealer, motorcycle has experienced same failure of rear caliper/brakes hydraulically seizing to a complete stop of bike.

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-07-24

Engine and engine cooling

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

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I have a 2002 Honda goldwing that continues to get hot and boil over in front of the rear tire while in traffic. I also have knowledge of 5 more goldwing doing the same thing. All of these bikes have had the ECM changed out.

NHTSA ODI report, 2004-09-08

Electrical system

1 of 8 total reports mentions: electrical system.

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While driving 55 MPH motorcycle stalled. Consumer restarted motorcycle and drove it to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic was unable to duplicate the problem.

NHTSA ODI report, 2004-05-05

Safety timeline

4 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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    2003-10-03Structure03V350000 On some motorcycles, certain frame welds do not meet manufacturing specifications. High loads created when riding on rough road surfaces or through potholes can cause the affected welds to crack.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and reinforce the welds on all frames. Owner notification began during October 2003. Owners should contact Honda at 1-866-784-1870.

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    2005-01-31Service brakes, hydraulic05V010000 Certain motorcycles equipped with combined-brake systems have a proportioning control valve (Pcv) that mechanically proportions brake force when the rear brake is applied. A seal in some pcvs is…

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rear brake forleakage. If leakage is confirmed, the dealer will replace the pcv free of charge. The recall began on January 31, 2005. Owners may contact Honda at…

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    2005-02-09Structure05V027000 On some motorcycles, certain frame welds do not meet manufacturing specifications. High loads created when riding on rough road surfaces or through potholes can cause the affected welds to crack.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, reinforce the welds on 2001-2002 motorcycles free of charge. On 2003-2004 motorcycles, the units will be repaired, no inspection will be necessary. The…

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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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Buy-smart checklist

2002 Honda GL1800A — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Structure: 3 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 3 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 03V350000 · Structure
  • Recall 05V010000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 05V027000 · Structure
  • Recall 15V700000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2002 Honda GL1800A 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 2002 Honda GL1800A?
The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2002 Honda GL1800A have?
4 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.