Recall 22V-449: 2020–2022 Honda GL1800

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) recall for engine and engine cooling, reported to NHTSA on Jun 23, 2022, covering about 1,740 vehicles.

NHTSA number
22V-449
Report date
Jun 23, 2022
Vehicles affected
1,740
Owners notified
Jul 28, 2022

The 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.

The 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.

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.

Recall details

ManufacturerHonda (American Honda Motor Co.)
ComponentEngine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Engine Control Module (Ecu/Ecm) › Software
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number22V449000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Honda GL18002020, 2021, 2022All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 22V-449?

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.

How is recall 22V-449 fixed?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.