CarRecallWatch- Component
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE
- Problem
- Honda (American Honda Motor Co) is recalling certain 2020-2022 GL1800 Gold Wing motorcycles equipped with manual transmissions. An ignition timing software error for the engine control unit (ECU) may reduce engine performance, which can result in an engine stall.
- Risk
- An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 28, 2022. Owners may contact American Honda Motor Co customer service at 1-866-784-1870.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
An ignition timing software error in the engine control unit can reduce engine performance and cause the engine to stall. A sudden stall increases the risk of a crash.
If you own a covered motorcycle with a manual transmission, take it to an authorized Honda dealer. The dealer will update the engine control unit software at no charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 28, 2022. If you have questions, you can contact American Honda Motor Co customer service at 1-866-784-1870. You can also check your VIN for open recalls to confirm whether your motorcycle is affected.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Honda GL1800 | 202020212022 |
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