Recall 18V045000
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect Description
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2009-2010 and 2012-2016 Honda GL1800 Gold Wing motorcycles. These motorcycles have air bag inflators assembled as part of the air bag module that may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to higher absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
Safety Consequence
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the rider resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag module, free of charge. The recall began February 9, 2018. Owners may contact Honda Motorcycle Customer Support at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is KJ1.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | HONDA | GL1800 |
| 2010 | HONDA | GL1800 |
| 2012 | HONDA | GL1800 |
| 2013 | HONDA | GL1800 |
| 2014 | HONDA | GL1800 |
| 2015 | HONDA | GL1800 |
| 2016 | HONDA | GL1800 |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.