Honda Gl1800a 2003
Model Gl1800a made in 2003 by Honda got 13 consumer complains there are 3 recalls as well as 14 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to engine and engine cooling, other and power train. Technical service bulletines regarding digital instrument panel, electrical system and engine and engine cooling. There were some recalls concerningservice brakes, hydraulic, structure.
Model 2003
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | ||||||||||||||||
| 05V010000 | HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.) | from 04/16/2002 to 06/24/2003 | V (Vehicle) | 36046 | 01/31/2005 | MFR | HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.) | 01/24/2005 | 01/25/2005 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | 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 improperly shaped, and brake fluid leakage may occur. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | If the motorcycle continues to be used after a leak occurs, the rear brake would eventually become inoperative. a loss of rear brake force could increase the risk of a crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | 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 866-784-1870. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Honda recall no.p65.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov. | |||||||||||||||
| STRUCTURE - FRAME AND MEMBERS | ||||||||||||||||
| 05V027000 | HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.) | from 09/11/2002 to 06/24/2003 | V (Vehicle) | 34919 | 02/09/2005 | ODI | HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.) | 01/31/2005 | 02/01/2005 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | The welded area could break, resulting in rear suspension collapse or lower cross member separation, increasing the risk of a crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | 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 recall began on february 9, 2005. owners may contact honda at 1-866-784-1870. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Honda recall no. p66.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov. | |||||||||||||||
| STRUCTURE - FRAME AND MEMBERS - UNDERBODY SHIELDS | ||||||||||||||||
| 03V350000 | AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO. | from 03/01/2002 to 09/10/2002 | V (Vehicle) | 8196 | 10/03/2003 | ODI | HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.) | 09/26/2003 | 09/30/2003 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | The welded area could break, resulting in rear suspension collapse or lower cross member separation, increasing the risk of a crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DIGITAL INSTRUMENT PANEL | |||||
| SB-06-085 | 05/09/2008 | 10032953 | Honda: warranty extension-vehicle warranty mileage. class action lawsuit alleging that the odometers on certain 2002-2006 honda models were overstating mileage. federal court provided final approval of settlement on 12/29/07. no models | 06/16/2010 | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||||
| 02012005 | 02/01/2005 | 10015267 | Electronic control module (ecm) replacement and initialization. honda. gl 1800/a 2001-2005. *tt | 07/13/2005 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||||
| 06012005 | 06/06/2005 | 10018124 | Camshaft timing - gear noise after completing valve adjustment may be incorrect camshaft timing. *nm | 12/15/2005 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL - CRANKCASE (PCV) | |||||
| 05012005 | 05/01/2005 | 10016297 | Proportional control valve (pcv) leakage recall reminder. refer to bulletin gl1800a #16. *tt | 09/06/2005 | |
| EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL - RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. | |||||
| 11012003 | 11/01/2003 | 10013758 | Radio and opening ceremony preset log. *jb | 04/26/2005 | |
| EQUIPMENT - OTHER - LABELS | |||||
| 08-040 | 05/31/2008 | 10025523 | Load carrying capacity reduced label for all honda vehicles. *pe | 08/15/2008 | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY | |||||
| 05012004 | 05/01/2004 | 10013906 | Fuel tank installation tip. *jb | 04/27/2005 | |
| POWER TRAIN - DRIVELINE - DRIVESHAFT | |||||
| 05012005 | 05/01/2005 | 10016298 | Drive shaft boot torn/venting. *tt | 09/06/2005 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DIFFERENTIAL PROPORTIONAL VALVE | |||||
| 10957 | 02/01/2005 | 10015346 | Linked braking system (lbs) proportional control valve (pcv) leakage safety recall. *tt | 07/14/2005 | |
| STRUCTURE | |||||
| 06012005 | 06/01/2005 | 10018123 | Frame welding tip - to ease fuel tank installation into the frame, apply a light coating of silicone spray to the sides and bottom right of the tank. *nm | 12/15/2005 | |
| STRUCTURE - FRAME AND MEMBERS | |||||
| TSB-03V350 | 03/01/2009 | 10030268 | Honda motorcycle: frame weld safety recall. requires inspection or repair of lower cross member frame welds. the frame weld approval and documentation process is being changed by the manufacturer. *pe | 09/16/2009 | |
| 05012005 | 05/01/2005 | 10016289 | Frame welding tips. *tt | 09/06/2005 | |
| 18 | 02/01/2005 | 10015342 | Frame weld safety recall. certain frame welds may not have sufficient strength resulting in lower cross member separation and rear suspension collapse. *tt | 07/14/2005 | |
| 0516 | 11/01/2003 | 10005352 | Frame weld inspection chart. revised. *tt | 02/23/2004 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | |||
| 08/22/2003 | 1000 | 1 | 08/22/2003 |
| The gl1800 overheats to the point of spilling coolant. the coolant overflow hose is in front of the rear tire. honda has identified the problem and attempted a fix by installing a new ecm, however the problem still exists. *la | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM | |||
| 06/23/2005 | 2000 | 1 | 06/21/2005 |
| Engine appears to be overheating during slow speed operation. temperature gauge enters the red danger zone during parade mode riding (heavy traffic). cooling fan operation and brake (light) operation have dramatic impact on gauge indication when the engine is warm. according to honda's records the heating system recall has been performed on this motorcycle. local dealer is not aware of this problem or its solution. *jb | |||
| OTHER | |||
| 03/12/2005 | 1 | ||
| Unsatisfactory servicing of recall work on the 2003 honda goldwing. *mr the consumer requested reimbursement in the form of a gift certificate for the inconvenience and wrongful delay. *sc *jb | |||
| POWER TRAIN - MANUAL TRANSMISSION | |||
| 12/12/2006 | 55749 | 2 | 04/29/2003 |
| Shift shaft seal dislodged from engine/transmission, causing engine oil to be dumped onto roadway ahead of rear tire. first occurrence-seal replaced under warranty. second occurrence-owner charged for repair, even though vehicle is covered by extended warranty. cause of problem not corrected, therefore safety hazard remains should problem recur.*jb | |||
| STEERING - WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR | |||
| 08/26/2003 | 700 | 1 | 08/01/2003 |
| 2003 gl 1800a excessive front end wobble beginning shortly after the purchase of the motorcycle of which honda has made clear is normal when in reality it's highly dangerous. *jb | |||
| STRUCTURE | |||
| 01/01/1901 | 1 | ||
| Consumer had problems getting recall work performed on the motorcycle. *ph the dealer refuse to prove recall service for the consumer motorcycle because it was not purchased at that location. *nm | |||
| STRUCTURE - FRAME AND MEMBERS | |||
| 08/27/2009 | 32000 | 1 | |
| A friend on mine also riding a gl1800 found a frame tube cracked on his motorcycle. after checking many bulletin boards on the internet he found this to be an ongoing problem in the same model years of bikes that honda put out a recall on in 2005 because of defective welds. his entire frame was replace by honda. my motorcycle was one of the ones requiring re-welding of the frame. he came to my home yesterday and examined my bike and we found the same frame crack in my bike as was on his but mine is bigger. we have photos of this crack on the frame. because of this crack i am now afraid to ride the bike for fear it may fail completely and possibly cause injury or death to myself or my wife. i only have 32000 miles on this bike. of the dozen or so bikes my friend has examined mine has the lowest mileage of all of them. i want the frame replaced or provided with a new replacement bike. *tr | |||
| 10/04/2008 | 153100 | 1 | |
| Cracked subframe. *tr | |||
| 07/18/2008 | 106954 | 1 | |
| Located cracked frame (2)tubes on rear triangular area of the aluminum frame. the tube on each side of the bike is cracked. the left side is approximately half way through. the area supports the rear of the motorcycle and passenger. *tr | |||
| 08/24/2005 | 0 | 01/17/2004 | |
| Notice of gl1800/a gold wing frame weld recall was received from nhtsa about march of 2005. took notice and bike to dealer: bend recreation, of bend oregon. appointment was made to repair welds. appointment was cancelled by bend recreation because they did not have a honda certified welder. when challenged on this matter after honda sent out another notice of recall, bend recreation service department stated that they would get to me as soon as they had the time. that was three months ago, and i do not believe they have any interest in doing the recall ordered work. they refused completely until i told them i bought the 2003 wing in their dealership. and have suggested i take it to portland, oregon for the required work. | |||
| 03/08/2004 | 9300 | 1 | 03/01/2003 |
| The dealership indicated that the motorcycle's frame was not repairable. the frame cracked more that the frame weld recall stated (03v350000). *ak *nm | |||
| 1600 | 1 | ||
| Upon reinforcing the welds on the frame as stated in recall 03v350000 for the frame weld dealership noticed large crack in the frame. manufacturer instructed the dealership to stuff cracks with metal instead of replacing the frame. this was a temporary fix, and the frame could crack again at anytime.*ak | |||
| STRUCTURE - FRAME AND MEMBERS - UNDERBODY SHIELDS | |||
| 11/20/2003 | 12500 | 1 | 04/24/2003 |
| I have a problem with the recall being done by american honda corp. (ahc) on their gold wing gl1800 to repair possible frame and weld damage. my motorcycle was purchased 4/24/03. it is less than 7 months old. my motorcycle was rejected for their 'normal' recalls service because the frame was too heavily damaged for it to be repaired in the field. ahc wants to ship the bike back to the factory in ohio (from nj) and either repair the cracks they discovered or replace the frame on the bike. they are giving me no choices except to allow them to do that. my problem with them fixing it at the factory, is two fold: 1. the people at the factory are used to putting a bike together from scratch, on an assembly line, according to strict engineering guidelines, but probably have never taken one apart before and put it back together. i, do not wish to be the guinea pig. 2. i have over $5000 in added accessories on my motorcycle and their sole representative (a steve who will not provide his last name but gives his id as mt56: a. refuses to give me any written assurance that all my accessories will work when i get the bike back. b. insists that the only way i may get that insurance in writing is to have a lawyer contact his companies legal dept. c. will not give me a name to contact. d. threatened me that if i did not have them do it now, that it may take them a lot longer to do it later. e. admitted that many other bikes had damage to the frame was much worse than they expected and are finding that many bikes will have to be shipped back to the factory to be repaired. this steve-mt56 (whoever he is) will only give me 'his' word that everything will be handled correctly and that i must check out the bike fully before i pick it up after the repair, to have damage they do, covered by american honda. i am quite upset by their take it or leave it attitude and lack of written assurance. do i have any recourse in this matter? *la | |||
Car dealers selling
| State | City | Zip | Name | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AK | PALMER | 99645 | HARTLEY MOTORS, INC | 907-745-4868 |
| AZ | TUCSON | 85711 | ARIZONA HOINDA | 5207487202 |
| CO | DENVER | 80112 | FAY MYERS | |
| MA | WESTFIELD | 01085 | POPOLIS YAMAHA | 413-562-5661 |
| NH | CONCORD | 03301 | CONCORD MOTORCYCLE SHOP | 603-228-0364 |
| OR | BEAVERTON | BEAVERTON HONDA | ||
| OR | BEND | BEND RECREATION |