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2020–2022 Honda GL1800 recall: Engine and engine cooling: engine, engine control module (ecu/ecm), software

NHTSA campaign 22V-449 · June 23, 2022 · Honda

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Recall at a glance

Campaign number
22V449000
Reported
June 23, 2022
Manufacturer
Honda
Part
Engine and engine cooling: engine, engine control module (ecu/ecm), software
Vehicles affected
About 1,740

What is wrong

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.

Safety risk

An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

The fix

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.

Affected models

Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.

Notes from the notice

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.

Frequently asked questions

Which vehicles are affected by this recall?

Honda GL1800 (2020, 2021, 2022). Check your VIN to confirm.

What is the safety risk?

An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

What is the fix?

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.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.