Honda GL1800 recalls

In the event that the airbag is activated it may overinflate due to overly aggressive combustion of the propellant. As a result the excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator body to rupture and metal fragments may pass through the cushion material causing severe injury to the rider.

Fix: On affected machines replace the airbag assembly.

460 vehicles · built 23 Sep 2008 to 22 Oct 2015

The propellant used in the subject air bag inflators may degrade over time due to heat cycles and exposure to moisture. In the event that the airbag is activated it may overinflate due to overly aggressive combustion of the propellant. The excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator body to rupture and metal fragments may pass through the cushion material causing severe injury to the rider and / or in worst cases a fatality.

Fix: Recall the machines that are likely to be affected and replace the airbag.

120 vehicles · built 12 Jun 2008 to 3 Dec 2008

In the event that the airbag is activated excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator body to rupture and metal fragments may pass through the cushion material causing injury to the rider and / or in worst cases a fatality.

Fix: On affected machines a new air bag module will be installed.

• GL1800: 485 vehicles · built 5 May 2006 to 5 Aug 2008
• GL1800: 485 vehicles · built 1 May 2006 to 5 Aug 2008

The check valve orifice in the brake system may block with deposits resulting in rear brake drag. The unexpected braking/dragging increases the risk of a crash and continued riding may generate sufficient heat to cause fire.

Fix: Recall the machines that are likely to be affected and drain the complete brake system. Replace the secondary master cylinder and rear brake master cylinder. Flush the brake system and then refill and bleed.

2,314 vehicles · built 13 Jun 2000 to 14 Sep 2015

It is possible under certain conditions for the compensator port in the Dual Combined Brake System Secondary Master Cylinder to block. This will allow the rear brake to drag with the attendant increase in temperature which eventually could lead to a fire.

Fix: Recall the machines that are likely to be affected to inspect the free play of the Secondary Master Cylinder using a special tool to ensure there is no blocking of the port and if necessary replace the Secondary Master Cylinder with a modified part.

• GL1800: 1,821 vehicles · built 13 Jun 2000 to 23 Jun 2009
• GL1800: 1,821 vehicles · built 10 Feb 2011 to 20 Sep 2011

The crankshaft pulse rotor may develop stress cracks causing ignition loss and the engine to stop.

Fix: Recall affected motorcycles and fit a new crankshaft pulse rotor which has improved shape and strength.

100 vehicles