Model year guide

2014 Honda GL1800

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2014 Honda GL1800 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 15 on record.

2014 Honda GL1800 — representative photo
Representative photo

2014 Honda GL1800 at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints7

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2014 Honda GL1800 recalls 2

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module NHTSA Campaign #18V045000 · manufacturer #KJ1 · 09/01/2018

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2009-2010 and 2012-2016 Honda GL1800 Gold Wing motorcycles. These motorcycles have air bag inflators assembled as part of the air bag module that may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to higher absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.

Fix: 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.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:master Cylinder NHTSA Campaign #15V700000 · manufacturer #JV6 · 23/10/2015

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.

Fix: 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. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is …

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2014 Honda GL1800 common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 15

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 15.

Dealer Message - Honda has sourced a new supplier for the 2009 ~ 2017 GL1800 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS). The new TPMS supplier parts are not compatible (will not communicate) with the original equipment parts. Therefore, if the original TPMS sensor…

Bulletin MCPSP08192024901 · Wheels · Aug 2024

Service Bulletin - Honda has sourced a new supplier for the 2009 ~ 2017 GL1800 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS). The new TPMS supplier parts are not compatible (will not communicate) with the original equipment parts. Therefore, if the original TPMS sens…

Bulletin GL1800 #24 - August 2024 · Wheels · Aug 2024

Service Bulletin - Honda has sourced a new supplier for the 2009 ~ 2017 GL1800 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS). The new TPMS supplier parts are not compatible (will not communicate) with the original equipment parts. Therefore, if the original TPMS sens…

Bulletin GL1800 #26 - July 2024 · Electrical System · Jul 2024

Service Bulletin - Honda has sourced a new supplier for the 2009 ~ 2017 GL1800 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS). The new TPMS supplier parts are not compatible (will not communicate) with the original equipment parts. Therefore, if the original TPMS sens…

Bulletin MCGL1800 - #28 - June 202 · Wheels · Jun 2024

Dealer Mesage - Honda has sourced a new supplier for the 2009 ~ 2017 GL1800 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS). The new TPMS supplier parts are not compatible (will not communicate) with the original equipment parts. Therefore, if the original TPMS sensor/…

Bulletin MCMSN06112024 · Wheels · Jun 2024

Service Bulletin - Honda has sourced a new supplier for the 2009 ~ 2017 GL1800 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS). The new TPMS supplier parts are not compatible (will not communicate) with the original equipment parts. Therefore, if the original TPMS sens…

Bulletin GL1800 #2 Nov23 · Electrical System · Nov 2023

DEALER MESSAGE - THE AVAILABLE STOCK OF THE REPAIR KIT FOR ‘13-’14 GL1800B/BD (F6B) HAS BECOME LOW. AS A RESULT, THE AVAILABILITY OF P/N 06454-MJG-306 WILL BE CONTROLLED BY TECHLINE UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. ALL OTHER PARTS FOR THIS CAMPAIGN REMAIN AVAILABLE ON OP…

Bulletin DLR MSG - MC - R · Equipment · Jan 2016

"DEALER MESSAGE - ON DECEMBER 11, SEVERAL SECTIONS OF S/B GL1800 #23 WERE REVISED TO INCLUDE INFORMATION FOR THE REPAIR OF TRIKE COVERSIONS."

Bulletin GL1800 NO. 23 · Equipment · Dec 2015

"SERVICE BULLETIN - HONDA IS LAUNCHING A SAFETY RECALL OF 2012-2015 GL1800/A AND 2013-2015 GL1800B/BD MOTORCYCLES, AND IS IMPLEMENTING A RECALL REMEDY FOR 2001-2010 AND 2012 GL1800/A MOTORCYCLES ALREADY SUBJECT TO SAFETY RECALL “JG6”. HONDA HAS DETERMINED THAT…

Bulletin GL1800 SECONDARY · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Dec 2015

NEWSLETTER - THE REPAIR PROCEDURE FOR THE SECONDARY MASTER CYLINDER (SMC) RECALL IS VERY INVOLVED, SO MAKE SURE TO READ THROUGH THE ENTIRE BULLETIN BEFORE HAND SO YOU CAN VISUALIZE THE PROCEDURES BEFORE YOU START. NOT ONLY WILL YOU BE INSTALLING AN UPDATED SMC…

Bulletin MC - THE WRENCH · Equipment, Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Dec 2015

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the GL1800. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

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2014 Honda GL1800 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2014 Honda GL1800 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2014 Honda GL1800. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2014 Honda GL1800?

Across all 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are service brakes, engine, fuel/propulsion system.

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.