MYRModel Year Report

2004 Honda GL1800A

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2004 Honda GL1800A
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:51:27.718Z

Only 3 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 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
3

Too few to rank

Recalls
3

Campaigns on file for 2004

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

2004: 3 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
200114
20028
200316
20043
20050
20082
201311
20151

Known problem areas

Only 3 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Suspension

1 of 3 total reports mentions: suspension.

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Dt: the consumer stated that when riding the motorcycle at 40 MPH and taking both hands off of the handle bars, the motorcycle would shake violently. The consumer also noticed this problem on July 5, 2005.

NHTSA ODI report, 2005-10-11

Power train

1 of 3 total reports mentions: power train, most commonly citing manual transmission.

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On 2004 Honda GL1800A motorcycle transmission would jump back into 4TH gear from od gear. The transmission would also disengage while in od gear.

NHTSA ODI report, 2009-04-06

Engine

1 of 3 total reports mentions: engine.

FIRE
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I have a 2004 Honda goldwing with a California side car kit. I purchased it from the second owner about 1.5 yrs ago. About a year ago I was riding a back road when the starter engaged. I hadn't touched the start switch?

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-10-26

Also filed under Electronic stability control (esc) and electrical system

Electronic stability control (esc)

1 of 3 total reports mentions: electronic stability control (esc).

FIRE

Electrical system

1 of 3 total reports mentions: electrical system.

FIRE

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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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…

    Check if this car was fixed →

  2. R
    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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  3. R
    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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

2004 Honda GL1800A — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Suspension: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Power train: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Engine: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

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

FAQ

Is the 2004 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 2004 Honda GL1800A?
The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2004 Honda GL1800A have?
3 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.