repaired · 2017 Q1
Foundation components: master cylinder
Risk. A rear brake that drags may increase the risk of a vehicle crash.
2004 Honda GL1800aProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 3 owner complaints about the 2004 Honda GL1800a, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 3 safety recalls, and for recall 15V-700 the manufacturer reports only 54% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 26, 2017. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2004 Honda GL1800a has problems
3 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
1Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
1Electronic stability control (ESC)1 crash/fire/injury
1Engine1 crash/fire/injury
1Power train
1Suspension
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 1 | 1 |
| Electronic stability control (ESC) | 1 | 1 |
| Engine | 1 | 1 |
| Power train | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
3 recalls
2004 Honda GL1800a recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
no report yet
Structure: frame and members
Risk. THE WELDED AREA COULD BREAK, RESULTING IN REAR SUSPENSION COLLAPSE OR LOWER CROSS MEMBER SEPARATION, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
no report yet
Service brakes, hydraulic
Risk. IF THE MOTORCYCLE CONTINUES TO BE USED AFTER A LEAK OCCURS, THE REAR BRAKE WOULD EVENTUALLY BECOME INOPERATIVE.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Honda.
Best & worst years
2004 vs. every other GL1800a year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the GL1800a median. How we score
'01'02'03'04'05'08'13'15
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What GL1800a owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
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? I TRIED THE KILL SWITCH BOTH POSITIONS AS THIS MODEL HAS AN UP AND DOWN…
Own a 2004 GL1800a?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.