The 2008 Honda GL1800 has 4 recalls, the most serious being a Takata airbag inflator that can rupture and send metal fragments into the rider, with a risk of serious injury or death.
The airbag recalls cover motorcycles that were originally sold or registered in high-humidity regions including several southern U.S. states, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, and certain U.S. territories. Moisture exposure over time can degrade the inflator propellant, making it prone to an explosive rupture during deployment. Because prior repair attempts for this defect did not fully resolve the issue across all affected vehicles, multiple recall campaigns address the same underlying problem.
The remaining two recalls both involve the rear brake system. A secondary master cylinder in the combined braking system can cause the rear brake to drag after the rider releases the brake lever or pedal. A dragging rear brake creates unexpected resistance that raises the risk of losing control, and if the condition persists over a long ride, the sustained friction can generate enough heat to start a fire at the rear brake assembly.
At a glance
What can fail
The front air bag inflators may rupture during a crash due to propellant degradation from long-term exposure to humidity and temperature changes.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the air bag module at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
The air bag inflator may rupture during a crash when deployed. Propellant inside can degrade after prolonged exposure to humidity and temperature changes, weakening the inflator.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the air bag module free of charge. Contact Honda customer service at 1-866-784-1870 for recall KA8.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The rear brakes may continue to drag even after you release the brake pedal, affecting stopping performance and control.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the secondary and rear brake master cylinders and flush the brake fluid at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The secondary master cylinder in the combined braking system may cause the rear brake to drag under certain conditions.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the secondary master cylinder and replace it if needed, at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
