Vehicle's front end wobbles between 35 and 40 MPH.* mr when the dealer was notified they stated that the front end wobbled because of the tires used. However they did not pay to have tires replaced on bike because they claimed that the consumer should have left the originals on. The consumer feels that the bike is unsafe to ride and it could cause an accident if not repaired. (when the cruise was set and if the vehicle was going 40 MPH without a firm grip on the handle bars, the vehicle would shake) *cb the bike also had an overheating problem. The consumer was told that was how the bike was designed.*jb
2002 Honda GL1800 body complaints
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The frame on my honda goldwing has a crack in it.
Safety recall on motorcycle, but delays with high volume of customers at the dealership to repair problem. *la recall#03v350000 *sc
Recall on motorcycle's frame welding procedure. The welding procedure was reversed after the manufacturer determined it represented a risk to motorcycle owners. *la when the vehicle was inspected for the repair, the welder discovered that there was existing crack damage to the frame. *sc
Problems with tire equipment on 2002 honda goldwing.*mr the consumer added a cb radio and antenna at a cost of $800.00 dollars and another seat for $900.00. This was to accommodate the consumer's height of 6'5", since the motorcycle is for maximum height of 5'10". Midway through their first trip, the consumer noticed the front tire had begun to wear unevenly and developed a "cupped" pattern on the edge of the tire. After the trip, consumer pointed this out to the mechanic. He stated this was a normal pattern. At 7,400 miles, consumer replaced the front tire. Motorcycle couldn't be safely ridden due to cupping. Upon communicating with other goldwing owners via internet, consumer was advised to replace the tire with metzler tire and add a superbrace forkbrace (a reinforcing member of the front end). Problem disappeared as a result. Later, consumer learned the bike would overheat when driven slowly for 10-15 min. And honda was aware of the failure. Bike was taken in and modified under honda's "product improvement campaign". The heads were flow tested, computer module was installed and wire harness was replaced. Consumer noted it would overheat just not as quickly. Next, consumer learned of cracking in the lower cross member of the frame and honda had given new motorcycles with apologies.
Letter regarding pe-03-039; honda gold wing motorcycle; frame cracks. *mr *scc
I have a 2002 honda goldwing. It has a recall for a over heating problem and a frame breaking problem. I do not at all feel safe on this motorcycle or would I if someone were to weld on an aluminum frame. This frame breakage is more than just something that will leave you standing beside the road. Honda needs to be made to replace these bikes, not modify them. My frame is not broken but is under recall and I do not feel safe with or with out the fix.
HONDA GOLD WING GL1800 the federal safety agency FRAME RECALL.*MR (NAR)
The federal safety agency recall 02 v 340 000/bank angle sensor on motorcycle: consumer stated dealer was unable to honor the recall due to numerous cracks on the motorcycle frame.
Structure problem. Consumer will provide further information.
2002 honda goldwing gl1800 frame cracks. Found while servicing at home, the frame cracked on both lower sides near the rear suspension mount. Reported it to the dealer, they picked up the bike for inspection & warranty claim on sat 10/4. I am waiting to hear from honda on the matter.
2002 honda gl1800 cracked weld rightside on centerstand crossmember. Read in motorcycle consumer news. Vol. 34. #10, oct. 2003. Bike is at rod's power sports, roca ne. # 402‑423‑6230
Frame crack on rt side. Honda 2002 goldwing 1800.
Honda gl 1800 frame falure. This falure has been documented by bob young on august 11, 2003. My frame failure was found on inspeciton.
Honda gl1800 gold wing motorcycle frame failure. *mr frame failures occurred while the motorcycle was in motion. The engine dropped to the highway and the steering was dangerously affected. Honda had been secretly replacing these. The engine also overheated and caused coolant to spill on the highway just ahead of the rear tire. *scc
Gl1800 motorcycles have had frame failures while riding.*mr frame appears to fail all around the welds that hold the lower cross member around the bike.*ts
While riding, vehicle's frame is began to crack. Dealer notified. Please provide additional information. *ph
My 2002 gl1800a has a cracked weld on the frame under the seat area and is not safe to ride. The motorcycle also overheats in slow traffic on warm days, causing me to have to pull over and let it cool down.
In the past month mulitple honda gl1800 frame breakages have occurred. The breakage causes the vehicle to drop down with the lowest protion contacting the ground and the rear wheel contacting the fender. If this were to happen while cornering, an accident is likely to occur. 7 breakages have been documented to date with VIN numbers and photographs. Others have been mentioned, but are not verifiable at this time. Honda corp. Has been quietly replacing the motorcycles so the actual number of breakages could be much higher. I feel at this time that I can no longer trust the integrity of my motorcycle and instead will find another mode of transportation. Unfortunately, I spent 17000.00 on this bike a year ago and now it is merely a liability. I especially would not allow any riders which defeats the core design of this motorcycle as a two-up touring bike. I feel honda has known about this issue for some time and has chosen to try to cover it up, indicating the corporations contempt for honest and fair business practices.
I have been made aware of several incidents of main frame failure on honda goldwing (gl1800's). To this point, all reports I've received have involved 2002 models. I'm working on getting more details and information, but am concerned because I own a 2003 model, and have seen/heard nothing about this - nor does your website indicate any such reports. I have photographs of the failed frame on one of the failures, and am working on obtaining further information and pictures of the other failures I've heard of (at least 4 to date). These have all be reported as low-speed, low-impact failures, and it concerns me greatly. I can email copies of the pictures if you'd like, and share whatever additional information you may want that I uncover.
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