2014 Honda GL1800
Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report
Quick Summary
The 2014 Honda GL1800 has 9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 0.7x the segment average of 13. The most common issue is brakes problems (44% of all complaints), specifically: tl* the contact owns a 2014 honda gl1800. while riding at various speeds, the brake system stalled. the contact stated that the motorcycle was recently repaired per a recall to replace the brake master cylinder and the rear brake master cylinder; however, the failure recurred. also, when depressing . There are 2 recalls issued for this model year.
9
Total Complaints
2
Recalls Issued
—/5
Safety Stars
0.7x
vs Segment Avg
Known Problems(top 4 of 4)
BRAKES
4 complaints- • TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 HONDA GL1800. WHILE RIDING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE BRAKE SYSTEM STALLED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MOTORCYCLE WAS RECENTLY REPAIRED PER A RECALL TO REPLACE THE BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER AND THE REAR BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED. ALSO, WHEN DEPRESSING
- • 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. THIS ISSUE WAS REPORTED TO THE DEALERSHIP AND HONDA.
- • TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 HONDA GL1800. WHEN THE REAR BRAKES WERE ENGAGED, THE VEHICLE SHUTTERED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE FAILURE RECURRED AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS SERVICED PER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V700000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC). THE DEALER DETERMINED THAT THE VEHICLE
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 HONDA GL1800. WHILE RIDING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE BRAKE SYSTEM STALLED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MOTORCYCLE WAS RECENTLY REPAIRED PER A RECALL TO REPLACE THE BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER AND THE REAR BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED. ALSO, WHEN DEPRESSING ”
— NHTSA complaint filing
Recalls (2)
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.
Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the rider resulting in serious injury or death.
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.
Estimated Insurance Cost for 2014 Honda GL1800
How this estimate is calculated
Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.
Maintenance & Warranty
Recommended Honda GL1800 Service Intervals
Maintenance Minder shows exact intervals based on your driving. CVT-equipped models (Civic, HR-V, Accord Hybrid) need CVT fluid service, not conventional ATF.
"Severe service" conditions (heavy towing, extreme temps, city stop-and-go) typically halve these intervals. Always consult your vehicle's owner's manual for the authoritative schedule.
Honda New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage
These are the terms for a new Honda. If you're buying a used 2014 GL1800, remaining coverage is usually pro-rated from the vehicle's original in-service date. Not all coverage transfers between owners — check with a Honda dealer for VIN-specific remaining warranty.
Estimated Repair Costs
Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.
🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist
Based on 9 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:
- ☐BRAKES: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 HONDA GL1800. WHILE RIDING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE BRAKE SYSTEM STALLED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MOTORCYCLE WAS RECENTLY REPAIRED PER A RECALL TO REPLACE THE BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER AND THE REAR BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED. ALSO, WHEN DEPRESSING
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐FUEL SYSTEM: WHEN YOU FIRST START UP RIDING, THE BIKE HAS A STUMBLE, HESITATION, WHEN YOU ACCELERATE UP TO SPEED, FEELS LIKE IT IS TRIPPING OVER ITS OWN FEET. HAS BEEN DOING THIS COLD STUMBLE THING SINCE BRAND NEW.. GOT HOME 22 APRIL 2014 NOW HAS 17600 MILES, AND STILL STUMBLES, HESITATES WHEN FIRST ROLLING U
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐ENGINE: THROTTLE SURGES AND/OR HESITATES AT SLOW SPEEDS TILL ENGINE WARMS UP. QUITE DANGEROUS AND COULD LEAD TO CRASH.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐SUSPENSION: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 HONDA GL1800. WHILE RIDING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE BRAKE SYSTEM STALLED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MOTORCYCLE WAS RECENTLY REPAIRED PER A RECALL TO REPLACE THE BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER AND THE REAR BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED. ALSO, WHEN DEPRESSING
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐RECALLS: Verify all 2 recalls have been completed — free at any Honda dealer
- ☐General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)
Honda GL1800 — Year Comparison
How does 2014 compare to other years? Fewer complaints = more reliable.
NHTSA Safety Rating
No NHTSA safety rating available
At a Glance
- Complaints
- 9
- Recalls
- 2
- Fire reports
- 0
- Crash reports
- 0
- Injury reports
- 3
- Segment avg
- 13
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